Dining Services Employee--USU

Utah State University; Logan (UT); On-site; USD 14,000 - 17,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Free meals

Starting wage $11.00/hour

Great work environment

Pay raises each semester

Excellent employee recognition program

On-campus location

Student-friendly scheduling

Job summary

Utah State University’s Dining Services is hiring for multiple dining positions across The Hub, cafés, convenience stores, bakery, catering, and residential dining halls. Roles include prep cooks, bakers, cashiers, and baristas; location will be based on interview and on-campus needs.

We offer free meals, a friendly environment, opportunities for pay increases each semester, and a strong employee recognition program. We prioritize student schedules and campus proximity to classes and housing.

Qualifications

• Food handlers permit is required within the first 30 days of employment
• Basic Customer Service Skills
• Ability to work independently and solve problems

Responsibilities

• food serving
• food preparation
• great customer service
• dishwashing and cleaning tasks
• stocking
• delivering food
• cashiering

Skills

Food handling permit

Basic customer service

Independent work

Job description

Overview

Come work for us this School Year!

• FREE Meals
• $11.00 per hour starting wage
• Great Work Environment & Social Atmosphere
• Continue Employment each semester with Regular Opportunities for Pay Increase
• Excellent Employee Recognition Program
• Conveniently on Campus near classes and housing
• Work around class schedules & support you as a student first
• Get paid to make lifelong friendships with people of diverse backgrounds and fields of study

Your application will be considered for a position working in all Dining operations & positions. This includes The Hub, All Cafes, Convenience Stores, Bakery, Catering, and Residential Dining Halls at Utah State University. Location of hire will be based on final interview, requests may be considered. Positions range from Prep Cooks and Bakers to Cashiers and Baristas.

USU Dining is seeking people that will Create an Excellent College Experience and provide quality service to all customers. We are searching for candidates that will go the extra mile to be a strong, dedicated employee and will continually grow and adapt to a fast work environment.

Responsibilities

The Dining Employee is assigned a variety of duties that may include some or all of the following: food serving, food preparation, great customer service, dishwashing and cleaning tasks, stocking, delivering food, & cashiering.

Qualifications

• Food handlers permit is required within the first 30 days of employment
• Basic Customer Service Skills
• Ability to work independently and solve problems

Advertised Salary

$11.00/hour

ADA

This position requires moderate physical activity. Employees must have sufficient strength to perform the duties and responsibilities of the position including moderate lifting (up to 50 pounds), walking, bending, stooping, kneeling, and squatting. This position requires nearly continuous standing, repetitive hand motions, and reaching overhead. Employees may be exposed to unusual elements including extreme temperatures, dust, fumes, smoke, steam, unpleasant odors, and/or loud noises

College/Department Highlights

Dining Services is behind the scenes throughout campus doing all we can to “Create an Excellent College Experience” for students, faculty, staff, visitors, family, and our employees. Providing fuel to keep the hungry minds on campus moving and learning throughout the day is our passion. Whether it’s a cup coffee to get the day started, a snack to push through a study session, or an elegant meal to support the fundraising efforts of administration, we’re dedicated to serving the needs of Utah State University every day. We know what we do is more than just making food, we’re nourishing the future.

University Highlights

Founded in 1888, Utah State University is Utah’s premier land-grant, public service university. As an R1 research institution, Utah State is dedicated to advancing knowledge and serving the public good through innovative research and scholarly activities that are grounded in reciprocal engagement with local, regional, and global communities. USU prepares students to be active, civically engaged leaders who are prepared to address critical societal challenges. Dedicated to providing a high-quality and affordable education, USU remains a leader in research, discovery, and public impact.

USU enrolls over 29,800 students, both online and in person atlocations throughout the state.Utah State’s 30 locations include a main campus in Logan, Utah, residential campuses in Price and Blanding, and six additional statewide campuses, along with education centers serving every county. USU educates students from all 50 states and more than 80 countries. For over 100 years, USU Extension has served and engaged Utahns, serving every county in the state.

Competing at the NCAA Division I level in 16 sports, USU is a proud member of the Pac-12 Conference, officially joining on July 1, 2026. The Aggies capped a historic final season in the Mountain West by capturing nine combined regular-season and tournament titles in 2025–26, with five teams advancing to postseason play. This tradition of excellence extends to the classroom, where 232 student-athletes earned academic honors, and to the community, where USU ranked second nationally in Division I service hours, with nine teams placing in the top 10 for community service.

Utah State is dedicated to fostering a community where all individuals feel respected, valued, and supported and where diversity of thought and culture are cultivated. We seek to recruit, hire, and retain people from all walks of life who willchampion excellence in education, research, discovery, outreach, and service.We believe that promoting a strong sense of community and belonging empowers and engages all members of USU to thrive and be successful.Forbes recognized our commitment to employees when they namedUtah State the best employer in Utahin 2023.Learn moreabout USU.

The university provides aDual Career Assistance Programto support careers for partners who are also seeking employment.Additionally,USU is committed to providing access and a reasonable accommodation for individuals with disabilities. To request a reasonable accommodation for a disability, contact the university’s ADA Coordinator in the Office of Human Resources at [phone] [e-mail].

*updated 07/2026

Notice of Non-discrimination

In its programs and activities, including in admissions and employment, Utah State University does not discriminate or tolerate discrimination, including harassment, based on race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, genetic information, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability, status as a protected veteran, or any other status protected by University policy, Title IX, or any other federal, state, or local law.

Utah State University is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate or tolerate discrimination including harassment in employment including in hiring, promotion, transfer, or termination based on race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, genetic information, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability, status as a protected veteran, or any other status protected by University policy or any other federal, state, or local law.

Utah State University does not discriminate in its housing offerings and will treat all persons fairly and equally without regard to race, color, religion, sex, familial status, disability, national origin, source of income, sexual orientation, or gender identity. Additionally, the University endeavors to provide reasonable accommodations when necessary and to ensure equal access to qualified persons with disabilities.

In all circumstances, Utah State University follows state and federal laws related to sex‑segregated spaces.

The following office has been designated to handle inquiries regarding the application of Title IX and its implementing regulations and/or USU’s non‑discrimination policies:

Civil Rights & Title IX Office

Old Main Room 405

1475 Old Main Hill, Logan UT 84322

[e-mail]

[phone]

For further information regarding non-discrimination, please visit crtix.usu.edu or contact:

U.S. Department of Education

Denver Regional Office

303-844-5695| [e-mail]

U.S. Department of Education

Office of Assistant Secretary for Civil Rights

800-421-3481 | [e-mail]

*updated 08/2026