Student Worker - Functional - University of South Carolina

Aramark Correctional Services; Columbia (SC); On-site; USD 15,000 - 21,000; Full time

Job summary

The Student Hospitality Manager role is part of the SHMP, a structured development program at Aramark designed to provide hands-on experience across residential dining, retail, catering, and concessions. Participants work with a mentor and site management to develop leadership, customer service, and business skills during the academic year.

You'll rotate through operations, support daily tasks, and have opportunities to lead small projects while gaining practical insight into hospitality

Qualifications

• Currently enrolled in a hospitality, business, or related program (preferred but not required).
• Strong interest in hospitality management and leadership.
• Positive attitude, willingness to learn, and ability to work in a fast-paced environment.

Responsibilities

• Gain exposure to operational processes across dining, retail, catering, and concessions.
• Participate in rotations to build a broad hospitality skillset.
• Support mentor and management in staffing, product quality, and guest satisfaction.
• Assist in staff training and observe leadership approaches in real time.
• Contribute to projects such as events, sustainability initiatives, and client engagement.
• Develop communication, problem-solving, and team leadership skills.
• Maintain safety standards and assist with observations.
• Ability to lift up to 50 lbs and stand/walk up to 6 hours.

Skills

Hospitality interest

Leadership potential

Adaptability

Education

Hospitality or related program enrollment

Job description

Job Description

The Student Hospitality Manager role is part of the Student Hospitality Management Program (SHMP), a structured development program designed to provide hands-on experience across multiple areas of hospitality operations while building leadership, customer service, and business skills. Each student is paired with a mentor to guide their learning and is expected to participate for the duration of the academic year.

The Student Hospitality Manager works closely with their assigned mentor and the site management team to gain exposure to daily operations across departments such as, residential dining, retail, catering, and concessions. This role is developmental in nature, providing students with leadership experiences, project involvement, and operational insight while supporting the overall success of the account. Student Hospitality Managers are not solely responsible for supervising employees but will have opportunities to lead small teams or projects under their guidance.

Job Responsibilities

Key Learning & Development Areas

• Gain exposure to operational processes including opening/closing procedures, food preparation, customer service, and safety standards.
• Participate in structured rotations through various areas of the operation to build a broad hospitality skillset.
• Support the mentor and management team in daily operational tasks, learning how to manage staffing, product quality, and guest satisfaction.
• Assist in staff training activities and observe leadership approaches in real time.
• Contribute to special projects such as marketing events, sustainability initiatives, and client engagement activities.
• Develop skills in communication, problem-solving, and team leadership through practical assignments.
• Maintain a safe work environment by enforcing all safety standards and assisting with STEP observations
• Ability to lift up to 50 lbs and frequently lift, push, pull, or carry up to 30 lbs
• Ability to walk or stand for extended time periods, up to 6 hours
• Involves working with chemicals, heated equipment, steam and at other risk conditions

Qualifications

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• Currently enrolled in a hospitality, business, or related program (preferred but not required).
• Strong interest in hospitality management and leadership.
• Positive attitude, willingness to learn, and ability to work in a fast-paced environment.

Expectations

• Complete monthly program milestones as outlined in the SHMP Playbook.
• Attend scheduled meetings and training sessions, including program workshops and leadership development modules.
• Work collaboratively with peers, staff, and management to create a positive guest experience.
• Demonstrate a commitment to learning and applying feedback provided by mentors and managers.
• Maintain professionalism and uphold company values while representing the program.

Program Commitment

• One academic year (Fall and Spring semesters) with potential for summer engagement based on business needs.
• Flexible scheduling to accommodate academic responsibilities, with evening and weekend shifts as required.

About Aramark

Our Mission

Rooted in service and united by our purpose, we strive to do great things for each other, our partners, our communities, and our planet.

At Aramark, we believe that every employee should enjoy equal employment opportunity and be free to participate in all aspects of the company. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, national origin, age, sex, gender, pregnancy, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information, military status, protected veteran status or other characteristics protected by applicable law.

About Aramark

The people of Aramark proudly serve millions of guests every day through food and facilities in 15 countries around the world. Rooted in service and united by our purpose, we strive to do great things for each other, our partners, our communities, and our planet. We believe a career should develop your talents, fuel your passions, and empower your professional growth. So, no matter what you're pursuing - a new challenge, a sense of belonging, or just a great place to work - our focus is helping you reach your full potential. Learn more about working here at http://www.aramarkcarers.com or connect with us on Facebook, Instagram and Twitter.