Student: Part-Time Restaurant Team Member

University of Kentucky; Lexington (KY); On-site; USD 14,000 - 19,000; Part time

Job summary

The University of Kentucky is seeking two part-time Student workers for an off-campus restaurant partnership in Lexington. You must be a current UK student and must be able to work the posted schedule.

Primary duties include preparing bowls, operating the register, making drinks, assisting customers, and maintaining front-of-house cleanliness. Shifts offered: 9:30 AM–4:00 PM, 11:00 AM–2:00 PM, 11:00 AM–4:00 PM, 4:00 PM–9:00 PM, or 4:00 PM–close.

Qualifications

• Reliable and punctual in a customer-facing role.
• Friendly and respectful with customers and coworkers.
• Able to follow instructions and work as part of a team.
• Able to work in a fast-paced restaurant environment.

Responsibilities

• Preparing bowls for in-store and online orders.
• Operating the register.
• Preparing drinks.
• Assisting customers.
• Keeping the front-of-house area clean and organized.

Skills

Reliable and punctual

Friendly and respectful

Follow instructions

Team player

Fast-paced environment

Education

15-25

Job description

Requisition Number

SE04443

Department Name

3J5SE: Student Employment

Work Location

Lexington, KY

On Campus/Off Campus

Off Campus

Salary Range

$10/hour + tips

Type of Position

Student

Position Time Status

Part-Time

Preferred Education/Experience

15-25

We offer a variety of shift options that can work well with student schedules, including 9:30 AM–4:00 PM, 11:00 AM–2:00 PM, 11:00 AM–4:00 PM, 4:00 PM–9:00 PM, or 4:00 PM–close. Scheduling can be discussed based on availability.

Job Summary

You must be a current UK student to apply for this position. This position is located off-campus with a local Lexington employer and is not affiliated with UK.

We are hiring two part-time team members to join our restaurant.

Primary responsibilities include:

• Preparing bowls for in-store and online orders
• Operating the register
• Preparing drinks
• Assisting customers
• Keeping the front-of-house area clean and organized.

During slower periods, team members may also assist with basic food preparation and cleaning tasks.

Skills / Knowledge / Abilities

• Reliable and punctual
• Friendly and respectful when working with customers and coworkers
• Able to follow instructions and work as part of a team
• Able to work in a fast-paced restaurant environment
• Willing to learn

Deadline to Apply

09/17/2026

Our University Community

We value the well-being of each of our employees and are dedicated to creating a healthy place for everyone to work, learn and live. In the interest of maintaining a safe and healthy environment for our students, employees, patients and visitors, the University of Kentucky is a Tobacco & Drug Free campus.

The University follows both the federal and state Constitutions as well as all applicable federal and state laws on nondiscrimination. The University provides equal opportunities for qualified persons in all aspects of institutional operations and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, ethnic origin, religion, creed, age, physical or mental disability, veteran status, uniformed service, political belief, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, pregnancy, marital status, genetic information or social or economic status.

Any candidate offered a position may be required to pass pre-employment screenings as mandated by University of Kentucky Human Resources. These screenings may include a national background check and/or drug screen.

Anticipated Start Date

08/20/2026

Posting Specific Questions

Required fields are indicated with an asterisk (*).

• * You must be a UK student to hold this position. Are you a UK student?
  • Yes
  • No
• * This position is located off campus and is not associated with the University of Kentucky. Are you eligible to work an off campus job?
  • Yes
  • No
• * This position has a specific schedule. Have you reviewed the schedule provided in the job description and can you work the schedule required?
  • Yes
  • No
• * This position requires additional steps after submitting your application. You will receive an email with instructions to apply directly with a third-party non-UK employer. Do you understand that you must follow the instructions in that email to complete your application?
  • Yes
  • No