Part-time Food Service Worker - BYU Cougareat

Brigham Young University; United States; On-site; USD 14,000 - 19,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Employee assistance program

Library access

On-campus parking

UTA pass

BYU Store discounts

Dining meal credits

Pay Grade 44

Starting pay $12.00 per hour

Job summary

Brigham Young University (BYU) is seeking dependable, part-time staff for Cougareat and Retail Restaurants within BYU Dining Services. Locations vary across campus; typical shifts include days, especially Mondays and Wednesdays, with up to 17.5 hours per week.

The role emphasizes friendly customer service, timely food preparation/stocking, and maintaining clean, safe work areas. BYU values a faith-aligned, energetic team committed to excellence.

Qualifications

• A firm commitment to the Mission of BYU.
• Availability during the day on Mondays and Wednesdays.
• Previous food service experience is helpful, but not required.
• Ability to thrive in a fast-paced, high-energy environment.
• Reliable, punctual, and committed to scheduled shifts.
• Knowledge of or willingness to learn food safety procedures and kitchen operations.
• Able to stand for extended periods and perform moderate physical tasks.
• Positive attitude, strong attention to detail, and excellent teamwork and customer service skills.

Responsibilities

• Provide friendly, professional customer service by greeting guests, answering questions, and assisting with purchases or orders.
• Prepare, assemble, package, or stock food, beverages, retail merchandise, or supplies according to department standards.
• Maintain clean, organized, and sanitary work areas, including dining spaces, kitchens, retail areas, storage rooms, or service locations.
• Restock ingredients, merchandise, cleaning supplies, and other inventory to support efficient daily operations.
• Receive, organize, transport, and properly store deliveries, inventory, and supplies while following established procedures.
• Perform routine cleaning, sanitation, waste removal, and custodial tasks to maintain a safe and welcoming environment.
• Follow food safety, sanitation, workplace safety, and equipment operating procedures appropriate to the assigned work area.
• Work collaboratively with team members across multiple Cougareat operations to provide efficient, accurate, and high-quality service.
• Complete additional duties as assigned to support daily operations, special events, and the overall success of BYU Dining Services.

Skills

Customer service

Teamwork

Punctuality

Fast-paced environment

Job description

Why Work at BYU

At Brigham Young University (BYU), your work is an opportunity to contribute to a distinctive educational mission rooted in the gospel of Jesus Christ and to make a meaningful difference in the lives of students. As the flagship university of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints, BYU strives to be among the exceptional universities in the world. We are devoted to our faith, our students, and the University\'s Mission: "To assist individuals in their quest for perfection and eternal life." We seek staff members who enthusiastically embrace and advance this unique mission. Across the university, staff bring their expertise and talents to work that helps students learn, grow, and thrive. A culture of covenant belonging, weekly devotionals, meaningful opportunities for learning and growth, and a beautiful and historic campus make BYU a distinctive and inspiring place to build a career.

Belonging Statement

United by our common primary identity as children of God, BYU values and embraces the variety of individual characteristics, life experiences and circumstances, perspectives, talents, and gifts across the BYU community. This richness strengthens our shared efforts to create and support an environment of covenant belonging centered in Jesus Christ.

Employment Requirements

Members of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints are required to hold and be worthy to hold a current temple recommend to be hired and to remain in any position at BYU. In hiring decisions, Brigham Young University lawfully gives strong preference to qualified, faithful members of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints. All employees are required to abide by the university\'s Honor Code and Dress & Grooming Standards. Successful candidates are expected to support and contribute to the academic and religious missions of the university, which are aligned with the principles and doctrine of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints.

Equal Opportunity

Brigham Young University is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment and will not be discriminated against on the basis of disability or protected veteran status.

Job Title: Cougareat Food Service Worker Note: This is a part-timed position, averaging up 17.5 hours per week. Applicants should have daytime availability, especially on Mondays and Wednesdays.

Job Description

BYU Dining Services is looking for dependable and hardworking individuals to work various locations in the Cougareat and Retail Restaurants. Assigned location may vary. Locations could include any of the following:

• Aloha Plate


• Blue Line Deli


• Chick-fil-A


• Choices


• Commissary


• Costa Vida


• Custodial Dishroom


• Harvey's


• Jamba Library Cafe


• Milk & Cookies


• MOA Cafe


• Papa Johns


• Subway


• Wendy's


• Y Mountain BBQ

What you'd do in this role:

• Provide friendly, professional customer service by greeting guests, answering questions, and assisting with purchases or orders.


• Prepare, assemble, package, or stock food, beverages, retail merchandise, or supplies according to department standards.


• Maintain clean, organized, and sanitary work areas, including dining spaces, kitchens, retail areas, storage rooms, or service locations.


• Restock ingredients, merchandise, cleaning supplies, and other inventory to support efficient daily operations.


• Receive, organize, transport, and properly store deliveries, inventory, and supplies while following established procedures.


• Perform routine cleaning, sanitation, waste removal, and custodial tasks to maintain a safe and welcoming environment.


• Follow food safety, sanitation, workplace safety, and equipment operating procedures appropriate to the assigned work area.


• Work collaboratively with team members across multiple Cougareat operations to provide efficient, accurate, and high-quality service.


• Complete additional duties as assigned to support daily operations, special events, and the overall success of BYU Dining Services.

What qualifies you for this role:

• A firm commitment to the Mission of BYU


• Applicants must have availability during the day on Mondays and Wednesdays


• Previous food service experience is helpful, but not required.


• Ability to thrive in a fast-paced, high-energy environment.


• Reliable, punctual, and committed to scheduled shifts.


• Knowledgeoforwillingnesstolearnfoodsafetyproceduresandkitchenoperations.


• Abletostandforextendedperiodsandperformmoderatephysicaltasks.


• Positive attitude, strong attention to detail, and excellent teamwork and customer service skills.

What we offer in return:

• Employee assistance program, available to the employee and all members of their household


• Access to the library


• Free on-campus parking


• Free UTA pass


• Discounts at the BYU Store and for many events at BYU


• $2.00 per hour in Dining Meal Credit


• Pay Grade: 44


• Typical Starting Pay: $12.00 per hour + (depending on experience)

Brigham Young University (BYU) is widely recognized not just for its world-class education, but for its deep commitment to inspired religious values. Gathered together in a Christ-centered atmosphere, BYU employees are a vital part of a community of belonging, where we value the experiences, perspectives, and talents of each individual. If you share in our devotion to faith and to excellence, we have a place for you here at BYU! The mission of Brigham Young University — founded, supported, and guided by The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints — is to assist individuals in their quest for perfection and eternal life. All employees of Brigham Young University (BYU) agree to maintain the standards of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints as defined by the CES Honor Code and Dress and Grooming Standards, both on and off campus, 24 hours a day. BYU is an equal opportunity employer, including disability and protected veteran status.