Dining Service Associate (12:30pm–9:00pm, Sun-Thurs)

University of Nebraska-Lincoln; Lincoln (NE); On-site; USD 21,000 - 23,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid time off

Comprehensive insurance options

Scholarship programs

Retirement plans with university match

Work-life culture

Job summary

The Dining Service Associate at the University of Nebraska–Lincoln is a key member of University Dining Services, supporting dining operations at the Knoll Residence Dining Center. The schedule is 12:30pm–9:00pm on Sundays through Thursdays, and the role involves food preparation, station setup, dish machine operation, and recipe building.

You will monitor food quality, control waste, and assist across areas as needed.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• At least 1 year of work experience.
• Ability to read, write, weigh and measure.
• Good communication skills.
• Food Handler’s permit or ability to obtain.
• Able to lift up to 50 lbs and push/pull up to 100 lbs.

Responsibilities

• Perform kitchen duties including ingredient prep and recipes.
• Set up and tear down stations.
• Operate dish machine.
• Monitor food quality and waste control.
• Assist in other areas as needed.

Skills

Communication skills

Reading and writing

Weight measurement

Food safety knowledge

Safety and sanitation

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Job description

Working Title

Dining Service Associate (12:30pm–9:00pm, Sun-Thurs)

Department

Housing: Knoll Res Cnt-Willa Cather Dining-6777

Description Of Work

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.

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

Learn more about working at UNL : https://go.unl.edu/aboutus

Minimum Required Qualifications

• High school or equivalent experience.
• 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.

Posted Salary

$16.00/hr