Catering Server

University of Nebraska–Lincoln; Lincoln (NE); On-site; USD 20,000 - 29,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Generous paid time off

Comprehensive insurance options

Employee and dependent scholarship

Retirement plans with university match

Culture that values your time outside

Job summary

The University of Nebraska–Lincoln is seeking a motivated Catering Server to join our team, delivering memorable events through excellent service and teamwork. You will supervise event operations, coordinate food items, and lead student staff to ensure smooth catering services.

We value professionalism, strong communication, and reliable work during evenings and weekends, with opportunities to grow within a welcoming, award-winning workplace. Lincoln, NE-based role.

Qualifications

• High school diploma and three years catering, hospitality, or restaurant experience; equivalent experience considered.
• Excellent written, verbal, and interpersonal skills.
• Basic computer skills.
• Ability to lead and motivate staff.
• Valid driver’s license and meeting University driver eligibility requirements.
• Pre-Placement Driving Record Review Required
• Criminal History Background Check Required
• Commercial Driver’s License (CDL) required; subject to DOT pre-employment and random testing for alcohol and controlled substances.

Responsibilities

• Supervise catering event operations, including event setup, service, and cleanup for university dining events.
• Provide exceptional customer service to guests while ensuring a positive and welcoming dining experience.
• Coordinate the transportation, preparation, and management of food items and supplies for catered events and special meals.
• Hire, schedule, train, and lead support staff, including student employees, to ensure efficient event operations.
• Assist with menu planning, event coordination, and preparation to support successful catering services.

Skills

Customer service

Team leadership

Communication

Education

High school diploma

Tools

Basic computer skills

Job description

Position Information

Position Title: Catering Server

Job Type: Full-Time

Alternate Work Schedule: Variable hours, evenings, and weekends

Work Location: Lincoln, NE

Position funded by grant or other form of temporary funding? No

Description of Work

The University Catering team is dedicated to delivering exceptional culinary experiences and outstanding guest service at the University of Nebraska–Lincoln. We are seeking a motivated Catering Server to join our team and help create memorable events through excellent service and teamwork.

Catering Server you will:

• Supervise catering event operations, including event setup, service, and cleanup for university dining events
• Provide exceptional customer service to guests while ensuring a positive and welcoming dining experience
• Coordinate the transportation, preparation, and management of food items and supplies for catered events and special meals
• Hire, schedule, train, and lead support staff, including student employees, to ensure efficient event operations
• Assist with menu planning, event coordination, and preparation to support successful catering services

About Us

At the University of Nebraska–Lincoln, we’re proud to be consistently recognized by Forbes as a top employer and recently earned the Lincoln Family Friendly Workplace certification. We are known for our welcoming, supportive environment, commitment to professional growth, and outstanding benefits. UNL isn’t just a workplace; it’s a place to build your career and make a meaningful impact in Nebraska.

Benefits

When you join our team as a full-time, regular staff member, you’ll enjoy:

• Generous paid time off, including vacation, sick leave, parental leave, and holidays
• Comprehensive insurance options, including medical, dental, vision, and life coverage
• Employee and dependent scholarship programs to pursue higher education
• Retirement plans with university match
• A workplace culture that values your time outside of work

Requirements

• High school diploma plus three years catering, hospitality, or restaurant experience; equivalent experience considered.
• Excellent written, verbal, and interpersonal skills.
• Basic computer skills.
• Ability to lead and motivate staff members.
• Food handlers permit or ability to obtain by passing the Safety and Sanitation test required.
• Must have a valid driver’s license and meet University driver eligibility requirements.
• Pre-Placement Driving Record Review Required Yes
• Physical Required Yes
• Commercial Driver’s License (CDL) required. Subject to DOT approved pre-employment & random testing for alcohol and controlled substances.
• Criminal History Background Check Required Yes

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience supervising a team
• Experience planning and coordinating events
• Skilled in table decorating and event presentation
• Serve Safe certification

Job Details

Posted Salary $18.00/hr