Building Attendant II (Dining)

University of Texas at Austin; Austin (TX); On-site; USD 37,000 - 46,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical coverage

Transit benefits

Retirement contributions

Uniform provided

Longevity pay

Paid time off

Career development

Job summary

University of Texas at Austin is hiring Building Attendant II (Dining) on UT Main Campus. This 40-hour position in University Housing and Dining ensures cleanliness of the kitchen, dining area, and dish room within a large-scale dining operation.

The role emphasizes sanitation, safe chemical handling, and occasional staff training. The department specifies shift differences and a comprehensive benefits package, including health coverage and retirement contributions.

Qualifications

• Six months of commercial cleaning experience.
• Six months of experience with commercial cleaning equipment (dish machines, carpet care, or floor care).
• Ability to complete and maintain Food Safety Training.

Responsibilities

• Ensure the completion of daily, weekly, and monthly cleaning tasks in dining area, kitchen, bathrooms, and related spaces.
• Maintain sanitation and safety, manage chemicals and equipment, and assist with inventory and stocking as needed.
• Provide training and guidance to temporary staff, communicate effectively, and report emergencies or repairs.

Skills

Cleaning experience

Cleaning equipment handling

Food safety training

Tools

Dish machines

Job description

Job Posting Title

Building Attendant II (Dining)

Hiring Department

University Housing and Dining

Position Open To

All Applicants

Weekly Scheduled Hours

40

FLSA Status

To Be Determined at Offer

Earliest Start Date

Ongoing

Position Duration

Expected to Continue

Location

UT MAIN CAMPUS

Job Details

General Notes

SHIFT DIFFERENTIAL: This position is eligible for $2.00 per hour shift differential pay for hours worked during designated evening and weekend shifts in accordance with university guidelines.

BENEFITS: UT Austin offers a competitive benefits package that includes:

• 100% employer-paid basic medical coverageat hire

• Free Capital Metro bus rides

• Retirement contributions

• Uniform provided

• Longevity pay

• Paid vacation, sick time, and holidays

• Career growth & professional development

Please visit our Human Resources (HR) website at https://hr.utexas.edu/ to learn more about the total benefits offered when you join our team!

Purpose

Responsible for the cleanliness of the kitchen, dining area, and dish room areas of a large-scale commercial food service operation.

Responsibilities

• Ensure the completion of daily, weekly, and monthly cleaning tasks which may include cleaning of dining area, kitchen, bathrooms, sweeping, mopping, stripping, waxing, cleaning floors, surfaces, walls, windows, patio furniture, removal of trash, and dishwashing. Operate commercial cleaning equipment including dish machine. Process dishware, sort silverware, scrape/stack dishes, clean pots/pans, and restock dishware for front of house. Replenish and move dishes to the proper place within the unit when needed. Remove trash periodically throughout shift and clean/line trash cans. Assist with restocking of convenience store merchandise as needed.

• Ensure proper sanitation and safety techniques while maintaining an exceptional level of productivity in the area. Ensure that all food service sanitation practices, policies, and procedures are followed. Oversee the use of chemicals, equipment, and sanitation as well as proper maintenance and storage. Maintain chemical room according to proper standard procedures, including monitoring proper inventory levels of chemicals and supplies.

• Assist in providing training and guidance to temporary and student staff as assigned by the supervisor and/or leader. Communicate professionally and effectively with staff, supervisory staff, and/or customers. Maintain current knowledge of all areas of responsibility. Report emergencies as well as needed repairs for buildings or equipment.

• Adhere to written and oral University and UHD policies such as time and attendance and UHD / UT trainings and compliance. Complete and maintain required food safety training, including Texas Food Handler Safety. Follow work safety guidelines and utilize proper PPE as needed. Other duties as assigned.

Required Qualifications

• Six months of commercial cleaning experience.

• Six months of experience working with commercial cleaning equipment such as commercial dish machines, carpet care, or floor care equipment.

• Ability to complete and maintain Food SafetyTraining required by University Housing and Dining.

Relevant education and experience may be substituted as appropriate.

Preferred Qualifications

• One year or more of commercial cleaning experience.

• One year or more of experience working with commercial cleaning equipment such as commercial dish machines, carpet care, or floor care equipment.

• Experience working in a large dining service operation.

• Ability to multi-task and work with little supervision.

Salary Range

$41,600+ depending on qualifications
See general notes section for shift differential information

Working Conditions

• Uniforms and/or personal protection equipment (furnished).

• May work in all weather conditions.

• May work in extreme temperatures.

• May work around chemical fumes.

• May work around biohazards.

• May work around chemicals.

• Use of manual dexterity.

• Climbing of stairs.

• Pushing, pulling and moving up to 50 pounds.

• Lifting and moving up to 62 pounds.

• The successful candidate will be required to successfully complete testing for strength and agility prior to employment.

Work Shift

• Workdays, hours, and area may vary based upon the needs of the unit and University Housing and Dining (UHD).

Required Materials

• Resume/CV

• 3 work references with their contact information; at least one reference should be from a supervisor.

• Letter of interest.

Employment Eligibility

Regular staff who have been employed in their current position for the last six continuous months are eligible for openings being recruited for through University-Wide or Open Recruiting, to include both promotional opportunities and lateral transfers. Staff who are promotion/transfer eligible may apply for positions without supervisor approval.

Retirement Plan Eligibility

The retirement plan for this position is Teacher Retirement System of Texas (TRS), subject to the position being at least 20 hours per week and at least 135 days in length.

Background Checks

A criminal history background check will be required for finalist(s) under consideration for this position.

Equal Opportunity Employer

The University of Texas at Austin, as an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer, complies with all applicable federal and state laws regarding nondiscrimination and affirmative action. The University is committed to a policy of equal opportunity for all persons and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, age, marital status, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, disability, religion, or veteran status in employment, educational programs and activities, and admissions.

Pay Transparency

The University of Texas at Austin will not discharge or in any other manner discriminate against employees or applicants because they have inquired about, discussed, or disclosed their own pay or the pay of another employee or applicant. However, employees who have access to the compensation information of other employees or applicants as a part of their essential job functions cannot disclose the pay of other employees or applicants to individuals who do not otherwise have access to compensation information, unless the disclosure is (a) in response to a formal complaint or charge, (b) in furtherance of an investigation, proceeding, hearing, or action, including an investigation conducted by the employer, or (c) consistent with the contractor’s legal duty to furnish information.

Employment Eligibility Verification

If hired, you will be required to complete the federal Employment Eligibility Verification I-9 form. You will be required to present acceptable and original documents to prove your identity and authorization to work in the United States. Documents need to be presented no later than the third day of employment. Failure to do so will result in loss of employment at the university.

E-Verify

The University of Texas at Austin use E-Verify to check the work authorization of all new hires effective May 2015. The university’s company ID number for purposes of E-Verify is 854197. For more information about E-Verify, please see the following:

• E-Verify Poster (English and Spanish) [PDF]
• Right to Work Poster (English) [PDF]
• Right to Work Poster (Spanish) [PDF]

Compliance

Employees may be required to report violations of law under Title IX and the Jeanne Clery Disclosure of Campus Security Policy and Crime Statistics Act (Clery Act). If this position is identified a Campus Security Authority (Clery Act), you will be notified and provided resources for reporting. Responsible employees under Title IX are defined and outlined in HOP-3031.

The Clery Act requires all prospective employees be notified of the availability of the Annual Security and Fire Safety report. You may access the most recent report here or obtain a copy at University Compliance Services, 1616 Guadalupe Street, UTA 2.206, Austin, Texas 78701.