Attendant - Pioneer

University of Minnesota; Saint Paul (MN); On-site; USD 32,000 - 35,000; Part time

Job summary

University of Minnesota - Twin Cities is seeking a part-time Attendant to support residential dining halls and campus retail locations across the Twin Cities. You will help with setup, cleaning, restocking, and beverage preparation to ensure a positive dining experience for students, faculty, and staff.

This blanket position assigns duties based on location and operational needs. The role emphasizes teamwork, reliability, and maintaining high cleanliness standards in a fast-paced campus

Qualifications

• Able to meet the physical requirements of the assignment.
• Ability to interact in a public setting in a respectful and professional manner.
• Ability to read, write, and communicate in English.
• Regular attendance is an essential qualification for this position.

Responsibilities

• Washes service ware, pots and pans by hand or using dishwashing machine.
• Maintains cleanliness of dining room including tables, chairs and equipment.
• Maintains cleanliness of dish room by completing daily, weekly and monthly cleaning tasks.
• Washes windows, walls, vents, hoods, filters and light fixtures as assigned.
• Sweeps and mops floors using manual mop, broom or floor scrubber.
• Vacuums carpets.
• Empties trash, recycling, compost and cardboard and uses mechanical equipment for compacting.
• Receives deliveries and stores product under the direction of a lead employee or manager.
• Stores and stocks clean dishes, service ware, pots and pans.
• Makes coffee, mixes beverages, stocks beverages and pre-packaged food when needed.
• Launders aprons, skirting and uniforms as assigned.
• Stocks, cleans and replenishes soap and chemical dispensers and hand washing stations.
• Assists in training and assigning tasks to student employees and new attendants.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

Skills

Physical stamina

Public interaction

English literacy

Attendance

Job description

Job Details

• Location: Twin Cities
• Full/Part Time: Part-Time
• Regular/Temporary: Regular
• Job Code: 0005
• Employee Class: Civil Service

About the Job

An attendant at the University of Minnesota - Twin Cities is a crucial member of the M Food Co. team for ensuring the smooth operation of the residential dining halls and retail locations across the Twin Cities campus (East Bank, West Bank, and St. Paul Campus). Attendants play a meaningful role in providing an exceptional dining experience for students, faculty, and staff.

The attendant is to assist with setting up and maintaining the dining area, including cleaning tables and chairs, replenishing food and beverages, and ensuring the overall cleanliness of the dining hall. Additionally, attendants may also be responsible for stocking and organizing supplies, managing dishwashing stations, and assisting with food preparation.

This position is a blanket position which means work assignments are assigned and changed based on location and operational needs until a position is awarded.

Duties/Responsibilities

• Washes service ware, pots and pans by hand or using dishwashing machine
• Maintains cleanliness of dining room including tables, chairs and equipment
• Maintains cleanliness of dish room by completing daily, weekly and monthly cleaning tasks
• Washes windows, walls, vents, hoods, filters and light fixtures as assigned
• Sweeps and mops floors using manual mop, broom or floor scrubber
• Vacuums carpets
• Empties trash, recycling, compost and cardboard to include using mechanical equipment for compacting
• Receives deliveries and stores product under the direction of a lead employee or manager
• Stores and stocks clean dishes, service ware, pots and pans
• Makes coffee, mixes beverages, stocks beverages and pre-packaged food when needed
• Launders aprons, skirting and uniforms as assigned
• Stocks, cleans and replenishes soap and chemical dispensers and hand washing stations
• Assists in training and assigning tasks to student employees and new attendants
• Performs other duties as assigned

The employer retains the right to change or assign other duties to this position.

Qualifications

Required

• Ability to meet the physical requirements of the assignment.
• Ability to interact in a public setting in a respectful and professional manner .
• Ability to read, write, and communicate in English.
• Some assignments require heavy lifting.
• Regular attendance is an essential qualification for this position.

Continued employment in this position is contingent upon: Passing Food Safety test during probation period.

Pay and Benefits

Pay Range: $23.17-$25.65 per hour; depending on education/qualifications/experience.

Retirement plan options are available for Civil Service, Faculty, Labor-Represented, Professional & Administrative, and Temp Casual classifications. Learn more about retirement plans.

Diversity

The University recognizes and values the importance of diversity and inclusion in enriching the employment experience of its employees and in supporting the academic mission. The University is committed to attracting and retaining employees with varying identities and backgrounds.

The University of Minnesota provides equal access to and opportunity in its programs, facilities, and employment without regard to race, color, creed, religion, national origin, gender, age, marital status, disability, public assistance status, veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity, or gender expression. To learn more about diversity at the U: http://diversity.umn.edu

Employment Requirements

Any offer of employment is contingent upon the successful completion of a background check. Our presumption is that prospective employees are eligible to work here. Criminal convictions do not automatically disqualify finalists from employment.

About University of Minnesota

The University of Minnesota, Twin Cities (UMTC)

The University of Minnesota, Twin Cities (UMTC), is among the largest public research universities in the country, offering undergraduate, graduate, and professional students a multitude of opportunities for study and research. Located at the heart of one of the nation's most vibrant, diverse metropolitan communities, students on the campuses in Minneapolis and St. Paul benefit from extensive partnerships with world-renowned health centers, international corporations, government agencies, and arts, nonprofit, and public service organizations.

At the University of Minnesota, we are proud to be recognized by Forbes as a Best Employer for Company Culture (2026), Best Employer for Women (2023, 2025, 2026), and Best Employer by State (2022-2026). In 2026, we also received Culture Excellence & Industry Awards recognition for employee appreciation and work-life flexibility.