Waitstaff (Temporary).

Dartmouth College; Hanover (NH); On-site; USD 20,664 - 30,307; Part time

Job summary

Dartmouth College in Hanover, NH seeks reliable waitstaff for per diem, temporary part‑time assignments during Fall, Spring, and Summer sessions. This role offers daytime, flexible hours in a professional hospitality setting.

As a waitstaff member, you will set up and break down event spaces, provide banquet and catering service, and deliver excellent guest experiences. Prior banquet or restaurant experience is preferred but not required.

Qualifications

• Excellent customer service and communication skills.
• Ability to work efficiently in a fast-paced environment while maintaining a professional demeanor.
• Ability to lift and carry catering equipment and stand for extended periods.
• Dependable, punctual, and able to work a flexible schedule during program weeks.

Responsibilities

• Set up and break down event spaces, including catering stations, chafing dishes, table settings, linens, and other event equipment.
• Provide professional food and beverage service, primarily in banquet and buffet-style settings, with occasional plated table service.
• Maintain clean, organized, and well-stocked service areas throughout events.
• Deliver exceptional guest service with a friendly, courteous, and attentive attitude.
• Assist with post-event cleanup and ensure event spaces are returned to their original condition.
• Follow all health and safety regulations, food handling standards, and management direction.
• Performs other duties as assigned.
• Demonstrates professionalism and collegiality through actions, interactions, and communications with others appropriate to an environment that is welcoming to all.

Skills

Customer service

Communication

Fast-paced work

Lifting

Punctuality

Job description

Position Details

Position Information

Position Title

Waitstaff (Temporary)

Position Number

0000000

Hiring Range Minimum

Please inquire.

Hiring Range Maximum

Please inquire.

Location of Position

Hanover NH

Position Purpose

We are seeking reliable and professional Per Diem Waitstaff to support our Executive Program, which operates approximately 15 weeks each year during our Fall, Spring, and Summer sessions. This is an excellent opportunity for someone seeking flexible, daytime, part-time work in a professional hospitality environment.

Required Qualifications

• Excellent customer service and communication skills.
• Ability to work efficiently in a fast-paced environment while maintaining a professional demeanor.
• Ability to lift and carry catering equipment and stand for extended periods.
• Dependable, punctual, and able to work a flexible schedule during program weeks.

Preferred Qualifications

• Previous banquet, catering, or restaurant service experience preferred, but not required.

FLSA

Non-Exempt

Employment Category

Temporary Part time

Schedule

Per Diem

15 Weeks each year during our Fall, Spring and Summer sessions.

Department Contact for Recruitment Inquiries

Campus Services HR

Department Contact Phone Number

Department Contact for Cover Letter Human Resources

Contact's Phone Number

Equal Opportunity Employer

Dartmouth College is an equal opportunity employer under federal law. We prohibit discrimination on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, age, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, disability, veteran status, marital status, or any other legally protected status. Applications are welcome from all.

Background Check

Employment in this position is contingent upon consent to and successful completion of a pre-employment background check, which may include a criminal background check, reference checks, verification of work history, conduct review, and verification of any required academic credentials, licenses, and/or certifications, with results acceptable to Dartmouth College. A criminal conviction will not automatically disqualify an applicant from employment. Background check information will be used in a confidential, non-discriminatory manner consistent with state and federal law.

Special Instructions to Applicants

Dartmouth College has a Tobacco-Free Policy. Smoking and the use of tobacco-based products (including smokeless tobacco) are prohibited in all facilities, grounds, vehicles or other areas owned, operated or occupied by Dartmouth College with no exceptions. For details, please see our policy. https://policies.dartmouth.edu/policy/tobacco-free-policy

Additional Instructions

Quick Link https://searchjobs.dartmouth.edu/postings/86603

Key Accountabilities

• Set up and break down event spaces, including catering stations, chafing dishes, table settings, linens, and other event equipment.
• Provide professional food and beverage service, primarily in banquet and buffet-style settings, with occasional plated table service.
• Maintain clean, organized, and well-stocked service areas throughout events.
• Deliver exceptional guest service with a friendly, courteous, and attentive attitude.
• Assist with post-event cleanup and ensure event spaces are returned to their original condition.
• Follow all health and safety regulations, food handling standards, and management direction.
• Performs other duties as assigned.
• Demonstrates professionalism and collegiality through actions, interactions, and communications with others appropriate to an environment that is welcoming to all.
• Performs other duties as assigned.