Student Assistant: Table of Contents

The Ohio State University; Columbus (OH); On-site; USD 14,774 - 21,042; Part time

Job summary

The Ohio State University in Newark is seeking a Student Assistant to serve customers and assist in the dining services. The role involves basic food preparation and maintaining hygiene standards in a dynamic kitchen environment.

Ideal candidates must complete allergen and safety training within 30 days of employment. This temporary position offers a starting rate of $13.00, with varying shifts expected. The Office of Student Life is committed to fostering student development and well-being.

Qualifications

• Requires successful completion of department allergen training, knife skills training, and food safety training within the first 30 days of employment.
• Final candidates are subject to successful completion of a background check.

Responsibilities

• Serves all customers and guests of the university, uses basic commercial kitchen equipment.
• Responsible for basic assembly and preparation of hot and/or cold food items.
• Maintains prescribed standards in personal appearance, hygiene, safety and sanitation.

Job description

Job Title: Student Assistant

Department: Student Life | Dining Services Newark-JM

Location: Newark Campus (Warner Library & Student Center 0583)

Position Type: Temporary (Fixed Term)

Scheduled Hours: 12 Shift: Varying Shifts

Starting Rate: $13.00

Responsibilities

Serves all customers and guests of the university, uses basic commercial kitchen equipment, and is responsible for basic assembly and preparation of hot and/or cold food items. Maintains prescribed standards in personal appearance, hygiene, safety and sanitation. Upholds a high level of professionalism and attention to friendly, accurate and prompt service; is expected to smile, greet and make eye contact at every customer interaction; ultimately responsible for providing an extraordinary dining and/or event experience. Requires successful completion of department allergen training, knife skills training, and food safety training within the first 30 days of employment. Assists with general cleaning and other duties as assigned.

Training & Requirements

• Complete department allergen training, knife skills training, and food safety training within the first 30 days of employment.
• Final candidates are subject to successful completion of a background check. A drug screen or physical may be required during the post‑offer process.

Mission

The Office of Student Life fosters students’ development, learning, well-being and sense of belonging; empowers students to achieve their academic, personal and professional goals; and prepares students to be engaged in a global society.

The university is an equal opportunity employer, including veterans and disability.