Part-Time Culinary Support: Prep, Service & Cleaning

University of Notre Dame; Notre Dame (IN); On-site; USD 21,000 - 28,000; Part time

Job summary

The University of Notre Dame is seeking a part-time Culinary Service Associate to work in South and North Dining Halls within Campus Dining. This back-of-house position focuses on food production and service, cleaning equipment, and supporting dish room operations to ensure diners have a positive experience.

Key responsibilities include maintaining cleanliness of serving lines, assisting with basic food prep, monitoring food levels, operating basic kitchen equipment, and aiding with dishwashing

Qualifications

• Capable of managing time effectively with minimal supervision.
• Positive, respectful, and committed to the schedule you create.
• Excellent communication and listening skills.
• Ability to maintain a standing position for extended periods of time (up to 6 hours at a time).
• Ability to move around the café to attend to the needs of guests.

Responsibilities

• Maintain the cleanliness and visual appeal of serving lines, food displays, and condiment stations throughout service hours
• Assist with basic food preparation tasks such as washing and cutting vegetables, portioning ingredients, preparing simple salads, or assembling sandwiches/wraps as directed by culinary staff
• Monitor and replenish food items on serving lines, ensuring a continuous supply and alerting cooks to low stock
• Operate and maintain basic kitchen equipment safely, such as toasters, warmers, beverage dispensers, and coffee machines
• Clean and sanitize workstations, serving utensils, and equipment before, during, and after shifts
• Assist with dishwashing duties, including scraping, loading, and unloading the dish machine, and proper storage of clean dishware
• Support inventory management by assisting with the receiving, rotating, and proper storage of food and supplies

Skills

Time management

Positive attitude

Communication

Standing ability

Mobility

Job description

The University of Notre Dame is seeking a part-time Culinary Service Associate to work in South and North Dining Halls within Campus Dining. This back-of-house position focuses on food production and service, cleaning equipment, and supporting dish room operations to ensure diners have a positive experience.

Key responsibilities include maintaining cleanliness of serving lines, assisting with basic food prep, monitoring food levels, operating basic kitchen equipment, and aiding with dishwashing