Student Worker - Norfolk State University

Thompson Hospitality Corporation
Norfolk, VA
Overview:

Are you a motivated student looking to gain valuable work experience while contributing to a positive campus dining environment? Join our team as a Student Worker , where you’ll play an essential role in supporting day-to-day food service operations.

This hands-on position involves a variety of tasks—from food prep to customer service—designed to help deliver an excellent dining experience for students, faculty, and staff. It’s a great opportunity to build skills, work in a team, and be part of a supportive campus community.

Responsibilities:
  • Prepare menu items following recipes and portion sizes for consistent quality and timely service.
  • Provide exceptional customer service, taking orders, answering inquiries, and addressing concerns.
  • Maintain dining, kitchen, and serving area cleanliness following safety standards.
  • Assist with receiving, organizing, and stocking supplies and equipment.
  • Follow food safety and health regulations and cooperate with team members to ensure smooth dining operations.
Qualifications:
  • High school diploma or equivalent
  • Prior food service experience preferred but not required.
  • Customer-oriented with strong communication and teamwork skills.
  • Adaptability and physical stamina for a fast-paced, collaborative environment.

Who We Are:

Norfolk State University stands as a proud HBCU with a legacy of empowering students through education, leadership, and service. Located in the vibrant city of Norfolk, Virginia, NSU offers a dynamic campus experience just minutes from downtown, the Elizabeth River, and key research and tech hubs. With over 30 programs in fields like cybersecurity, business, education, and health sciences, NSU combines academic excellence with real-world relevance. Rooted in tradition, driven by innovation, and fueled by Spartan pride — NSU is where you rise, lead, and thrive.

Thompson Hospitality is of the largest restaurants, food service, and facilities management companies in the country. We are highly built upon our values, do the right thing, do the best you can, and treat others how you want to be treated, which are shaped by more than 33 years of relationships with our clients, guests, and communities. We offer competitive benefits, see our website for more.

We are an equal opportunity employer and value diversity. All employment decisions are made based on qualifications, merit, and business needs. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, or any other protected status under applicable federal, state, or local laws.

Posted 2026-01-15

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