Food/Beverage Server (Temp)

University of Minnesota; Minneapolis (MN); On-site; USD 23,000 - 32,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Retirement plan options

Job summary

The University of Minnesota in Minneapolis is seeking a Catering Attendant to support events across the Arboretum campus. You will deliver, set up, and serve food and beverages, ensuring smooth operations and guest satisfaction.

This role requires reliability, basic food safety knowledge, and the ability to work evenings and weekends. Training such as TIPS is provided, with opportunities to learn and advance within campus catering services.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Basic knowledge of food and beverage safety.
• TIPS training and any other required training before first shift.
• Ability to read, speak and understand English.
• Available for evenings and weekends.
• Driver's license and ability to drive an Arboretum vehicle.

Responsibilities

• Deliver catering orders from the kitchen to event spaces.
• Set up beverage stations, food drops, and buffets.
• Table service as events require; serving during buffets.
• Clean up after service and organize supplies/inventory.
• Work with events, facilities, and catering staff.
• Communicate challenges or guest requests to the Supervisor.
• Follow Supervisor's directions and observe safety procedures.
• Arrive on time in appropriate uniform and adhere to liquor regulations.

Skills

Food safety basics

English proficiency

Evenings & weekends availability

Driver's license

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Job description

About the Job

Job Responsibilities:

• Delivering catering orders from the kitchen to event spaces, with occasional need to drive to various areas of the Arboretum campus.
• Putting out and cleaning up tablecloths and napkins
• Setting up beverage stations, food drops, and buffets
• Table service as events require
• Serving during buffets
• Cleaning up after food and beverage service, including cleaning and organizing of supplies/inventory
• Working effectively and efficiently with the events team, facilities team, and catering staff
• Expediently communicating any challenges, guest complaints or requests to the Supervisor
• Responding to the Supervisor's instructions and directions.
• Observing all safety procedures during the execution of assigned duties
• Maintaining a positive and professional attitude towards guests, co-workers and management.
• Arriving at scheduled start time in appropriate uniform and ready to work.
• Adhering to all State, Federal, and Organizational liquor regulations pertaining to serving alcoholic beverages to ensure

Qualifications

Required Qualifications:

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Must have basic knowledge of food and beverage safety
• Able to successfully complete T.I.P.S. Training and any other required training before first shift
• Ability to read, speak and understand the English language in order to communicate with guests and take orders.
• Available for evenings and weekends
• Driver's License and ability to drive an Arboretum vehicle (Per UMN Policy)

Preferred Qualifications:

• Familiar with Arboretum spaces, personnel, and practices

Physical Demands:

• Ability to lift up to 50 pounds
• Ability to stand for long periods of time

Pay and Benefits

Pay Range: $20.00 a hour; depending on education/qualifications/experience.

Retirement plan options are available for Civil Service, Faculty, Labor-Represented, Professional & Administrative, and Temp Casual classifications. Learn more about retirement plans.

Diversity

The University recognizes and values the importance of diversity and inclusion in enriching the employment experience of its employees and in supporting the academic mission. The University is committed to attracting and retaining employees with varying identities and backgrounds.

The University of Minnesota provides equal access to and opportunity in its programs, facilities, and employment without regard to race, color, creed, religion, national origin, gender, age, marital status, disability, public assistance status, veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity, or gender expression. To learn more about diversity at the U: http://diversity.umn.edu

Employment Requirements

Any offer of employment is contingent upon the successful completion of a background check. Our presumption is that prospective employees are eligible to work here. Criminal convictions do not automatically disqualify finalists from employment.

About University of Minnesota

The University of Minnesota, Twin Cities (UMTC)

The University of Minnesota, Twin Cities (UMTC), is among the largest public research universities in the country, offering undergraduate, graduate, and professional students a multitude of opportunities for study and research. Located at the heart of one of the nation's most vibrant, diverse metropolitan communities, students on the campuses in Minneapolis and St. Paul benefit from extensive partnerships with world-renowned health centers, international corporations, government agencies, and arts, nonprofit, and public service organizations.

At the University of Minnesota, we are proud to be recognized by Forbes as a Best Employer for Company Culture (2026), Best Employer for Women (2023), and Best Employer by State (2022-2026). In 2026, we also received Culture Excellence & Industry Awards recognition for employee appreciation and work-life flexibility.