Dining Service Associate

University of Nebraska–Lincoln; Nebraska; On-site; USD 18,000 - 26,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Generous paid time off

Comprehensive insurance options

Employee scholarship programs

Retirement plans with university match

Job summary

University of Nebraska–Lincoln invites applications for a Dining Service Associate in Lincoln, NE. The role performs kitchen duties, sets up stations, operates the dish machine, builds recipes, and monitors food quality while reducing waste. This is a full-time, essential position with potential weekend or evening shifts.

You'll join University Dining Services, enjoy comprehensive benefits and growth opportunities in a supportive environment that values teamwork and service.

Qualifications

• Must have Food Handler’s permit or ability to obtain by passing Safety and Sanitation test
• Criminal History Background Check Required
• Physical ability to lift up to 50lbs and push/pull up to 100lbs
• Evenings and weekends may be required

Responsibilities

• Perform kitchen duties; including ingredient and food preparation, inventory, cooking and assembling recipes
• Set up and tear down stations
• Dish machine operations
• Build recipes based on established processes, procedures, guidelines, and recipes
• Monitor food quality, food presentation, and control food waste
• Assist within other areas as needed and other duties assigned

Skills

Food handling

Weight/measure

Reading & writing

Teamwork

Job description

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Position Information

Position Information

EEO Statement

The University of Nebraska does not discriminate based on race, color, ethnicity, national origin, sex, pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender identity, religion, disability, age, genetic information, veteran status, marital status, and/or political affiliation in its programs, activities, or employment. See Notice of Nondiscrimination .

Working Title

Working Title Dining Service Associate

Department

Department Housing: HSS Dining Service-1143

Requisition Number

Requisition Number S_260767

Posting Open Date

Posting Open Date 09/22/2026

Application Review Date: (To ensure consideration, please submit all application materials before review date)

Application Review Date: (To ensure consideration, please submit all application materials before review date) 09/30/2026

Posting Close Date

Open Until Filled Yes

The Dining Associate is a key position within University Dining Services.

As a Dining Service Associate, you will perform tasks in multiple areas/functions within the Dining Center, such as:

• Perform kitchen duties; including ingredient and food preparation, inventory, cooking and assembling recipes
• Set up and tear down stations
• Dish machine operations
• Build recipes based on established processes, procedures, guidelines, and recipes
• Monitor food quality, food presentation, and control food waste
• Assist within other areas as needed and other duties assigned

This position is considered essential and may have weekend or evening shifts.

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.

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
• One year of experience in a work environment
• Ability to read, write, weigh and measure necessary
• Ability to communicate essential
• Food Handler’s permit or ability to obtain by passing the Safety and Sanitation test required
• Ability to lift up to 50lbs and push/pull up to 100lbs required

Preferred Qualifications

Pre-Placement Driving Record Review Required

Pre-Placement Driving Record Review Required No

Physical Required

Physical Required Yes

Commercial Driver’s License (CDL) required. Subject to DOT approved pre-employment & random testing for alcohol and controlled substances.

Commercial Driver’s License (CDL) required. Subject to DOT approved pre-employment & random testing for alcohol and controlled substances. No

Criminal History Background Check Required

Criminal History Background Check Required Yes

Posted Salary $16.00/hr

Job Category (old)

Job Category (old) Office/Service

Job Type

Job Type Full-Time

Alternate Work Schedule (if other than 8-5)

Alternate Work Schedule (if other than 8-5) Evenings and weekends

Work Location (City, State)

Work Location (City, State) Lincoln, NE

Position funded by grant or other form of temporary funding?

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

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