Part-time Dining Services Employee

Central-College; Pella (IA); On-site; USD 11,000 - 17,000; Part time

Job summary

Central College in Pella, IA seeks energetic team members to assist with opening, food prep, station setup, and cleanup, primarily on weekends with occasional weeknights.

Applicants must be at least 14 years old, and weekend availability is required; shifts may vary with events and meals in the Central Market. This role emphasizes teamwork and a customer-focused approach in a fast-paced dining environment.

Qualifications

• Must be at least 14 years old to apply.
• Weekend availability required.
• Hours primarily on weekends with occasional weeknights.

Responsibilities

• Assist with opening, food prep, station setup, closing tasks, and overall cleanup.
• Maintain a clean, organized, and sanitary work area and equipment.
• Present a clean, neat, and professional appearance at all times.
• Be open, adaptable, and flexible in a dynamic work environment.
• Work cooperatively and respectfully with team members, supervisors, and guests.
• Perform other duties as assigned by supervisors or management.

Skills

Weekend availability

Teamwork

Job description

Description

Responsible to the Central Market Manager for various support duties. This position assists with events and meals in the Central Market. Hours vary according to Central Market needs, but will be primarily weekends with occasional weeknight hours.

General Responsibilities

• Assist with opening, food prep, station setup, closing tasks, and overall cleanup
• Maintain a clean, organized, and sanitary work area and equipment
• Present a clean, neat, and professional appearance at all times
• Be open, adaptable, and flexible in a dynamic work environment
• Work cooperatively and respectfully with team members, supervisors, and guests
• Perform other duties as assigned by supervisors or management

14 - 15 Year Olds

• Duties may include ensuring dishes and pans are properly cleaned and stored, serving on main buffet line or salad bar, and with general cleaning duties in the dining area.

16 years old and older - duties of 14-15 year old description plus:

• Maintain stations that may include buffet lines, salad bar, filling beverages, dishroom, and washing pots and pans. Prepare food, occasional knife usage, and operate equipment to fry, bake, and assemble a variety of food.

Requirements

• Must be at least 14 years old to apply
• 14-15 years old: May work no more than 3 hours a day on school days and no more than 8 hours a day on non-school days between hours of 7am and 7pm. May work no more than 18 hours a week when school is in session. Between June 1 and Labor Day, the evening end time is extended to 9pm. May work no more than 40 hours per week when school is not in session.
• Must have weekend availability