Dining and Retail Services – Dock STAFF

University of Wisconsin-Milwaukee; Milwaukee (WI); On-site; USD 17,000 - 22,000; Part time

Job summary

University of Wisconsin–Milwaukee is seeking a student worker for Restaurant Operations. The role requires enrollment at UW–Milwaukee and availability for early shifts. You will handle dock operations, pallet movements, invoicing checks, and light maintenance around campus.

This position emphasizes safety, teamwork, and the ability to follow directions while learning new responsibilities in a supportive campus environment.

Qualifications

• Must be taking at least one class at UWM (undergrad or graduate).
• Must have a valid US driver's license.
• Must be available to work shifts 6am–4pm Mon–Fri, not necessarily every day.
• Must be able to lift 25–50 pounds.
• Must follow safety procedures and maintain a safe environment.
• Must work well both independently and as part of a team.

Responsibilities

• Opening and closing the docks.
• Use Foodservice Suite to check in and compare invoices with received vs ordered goods.
• Transport pallets, carts and flats with food around campus.
• Break down and separate food on pallets.
• Break down and bale cardboard.
• Maintain department vehicles.
• Rotate food products properly and keep them on hand.
• Transport furniture and other large items around campus.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Skills

Attention to detail

Follow directions

Teamwork

Independence

Safety awareness

Willingness to learn

Education

Enrolled UW-Milwaukee student (at least one class)

Job description

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• Must be taking at least one class at UWM (doesn't matter if your an undergraduate student or graduate student)
• Must a valid US drivers license
• Must be available to work shifts between the hours of 6am to 4pm Monday through Friday (doesn't have to be everyday but some examples are 6am-10am, 8am-12pm, 8am-2pm)
• Must be able to lift 25 to 50 pounds
• Must have a strong attention to detail and ability to follow directions
• Must be able to complete work assignments as a team member as well as work independently
• Willingness to accept new responsibilities while learning in the position
• Follow safety procedures to maintain a safe working environment
• Maintain a positive attitude towards students, staff, and Restaurant Operations

Job Duties

• Opening and closing the docks
• Usage of Foodservice Suite to check in and compare invoices to what was received versus what we ordered
• Transporting and delivering of pallets, carts, and flatbeds with food around campus
• Breaking down and separating of food on pallets
• Break down and bailing of cardboard
• Maintenance of department vehicles
• Maintaining proper rotation of food products on hand
• Transport furniture and other large objects around campus
• Other duties as assigned

PANTHER EDGE COMPENTENCIES

• Critical Thinking: Students learn to analyze and evaluate information which helps them navigate complex situations and address challenges.
• Leadership: Using communication, decision-making, and other skills, students learn to guide, motivate, and direct teams toward success.