Kitchen Helper II - Piazza Dining

University of Northern Iowa; United States; On-site; Full time

Job summary

Join the University of Northern Iowa as a Kitchen Helper II at Piazza Dining. You'll play a vital role in maintaining sanitary conditions while assisting student staff, working in a team-oriented environment. We're looking for organized individuals with good communication skills to support our bustling dining services.

Benefits

Comprehensive benefits package

Opportunity for additional summer hours

Qualifications

• One year experience as a Kitchen Helper I or comparable experience.
• Ability to work efficiently in a fast-paced environment.
• Skilled, organized, and hard-working.

Responsibilities

• Directs and assists in sanitizing dishware and maintaining sanitary conditions.
• Oversees work areas and ensures assignments are completed.
• Checks and maintains the cleanliness and orderliness of equipment.

Skills

Team-oriented

Good communication skills

Organized

Job description

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Kitchen Helper II - Piazza Dining

Apply locations Main Campus time type Full time posted on Posted 2 Days Ago job requisition id JR655

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Full Consideration Date:

6/20/2025

Job Description:

Join the team making it happen! Serving up the #1 college food in Iowa, UNI Dining Services has two Kitchen Helper II positions open at the Piazza in Redeker Center.

Job Description: Under general supervision, directs and assists in sanitizing dishware and maintaining sanitary conditions in the dish room and dining areas; directs and assists in student staff to assure work areas are covered and assignments are completed; and checks and is responsible for cleanliness, orderliness and maintenance of equipment and facilities.

Minimum Eligibility Requirements:

One year experience as a Kitchen Helper I, or outside experience comparable thereto. We are seeking skilled, organized and hard working team oriented individuals who have the ability to work efficiently in a fast paced environment. In addition, applicants must have good communication skills and positive attitudes.

Position Details:

Job Category: Merit

Type of Position: Regular

Service Schedule: 9-months; schedule follows the academic year from August to May with opportunity to work additional hours during the summer.

Work Schedule: Tuesday - Saturday, 11:00 am to 8:00 pm

or Sunday (10:30 am to 7:30 pm), Monday - Thursday, 8:00 am to 5:00 pm

Shift: First Shift

Pay Grade: 4 (advanced start step of 3)

Starting Hourly Rate: $17.92

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