Temporary | Campus and Auxilary Dining Halls

Job Description

Job Description

Company Description

The University of Notre Dame is more than a workplace; it is a vibrant, mission-driven community where every employee is valued and supported. Rooted in a tradition of excellence and inspired by our Catholic character, Notre Dame is committed to fostering an environment of care that nurtures the whole person—mind, body, and spirit. Here, you will find a deep sense of belonging, a culture that prioritizes well-being, and the opportunity to grow your career while being a force for good in the world. Whether contributing to world-class research, shaping the student experience, or supporting the University’s mission in other ways, you will be part of a dedicated team working to make a meaningful impact on campus and beyond. At Notre Dame, your work matters, and so do you!

Job Description

The University of Notre Dame Operations, Events, and Safety (UOES) division is currently hiring for multiple on-call / temporary positions in the Campus Dining Halls in our Campus Dining department. The UOES division oversees the University's event management, hospitality, and customer service functions, while also supporting student life, academic initiatives, research activities, and annual milestone celebrations.

Dining Service Associate

The Dining Service Associate (DSA) is a “front-of-house” position. This person is responsible for ensuring all diners feel welcome by providing a warm, friendly atmosphere and being responsive to the changing needs and desires of customers. The DSA will complete general assignments related to the preparation, presentation, service and clean-up of food production and service through standards of service and hospitality.

Key Responsibilities :

• Provide friendly and efficient customer service to students, faculty, staff, and guests in a high-volume dining hall environment
• Efficiently serve food items to patrons, ensuring appropriate portion sizes and appealing presentation
• Assist with food service by setting up serving lines, restocking food items, and ensuring all stations are clean and well-presented
• Maintain cleanliness and sanitation standards in dining areas, including wiping down tables, chairs, and serving surfaces regularly
• Assist with basic food preparation tasks as directed, such as portioning items, slicing bread, or preparing beverages
• Follow all food safety and sanitation procedures, including proper hygiene, glove usage, and temperature monitoring, to ensure the health and safety of diners.
• Help with inventory management by receiving deliveries, stocking shelves, and organizing storage areas

Culinary Service Associate

The Culinary Service Associate (CSA) is a “back-of-house” position. This position is critical to ensuring all diners experience excellent food production and service. This person is responsible for cleaning kitchen equipment, removing trash, cleaning floors and ceiling tiles, assisting with set-up and operation of the dish room, and participating in other general assignments.

Key Responsibilities :

Monitor

The Monitor welcomes guests and assists in supporting the mission and goals of a “Best in Class” dining program. This “front-of-house” position is critical to ensuring all diners feel welcome by providing a warm, friendly atmosphere and being responsive to the needs of our guests. This person is responsible for verifying student eligibility for meal service, monitoring overcrowding, preventing unauthorized individuals from entering or guests from exiting with excessive food, and maintaining cleanliness of the dining hall.

Key Responsibilities :

The University of Notre Dame is proud to be ranked #1 on the Forbes Best Large Employer list , a recognition that reflects our commitment to creating a workplace where you’ll feel welcomed, supported, and truly valued as part of our beloved community.

Qualifications

Additional Information

Pay Rate : $17.50 / hr

At Notre Dame, we know our impact depends on exceptional people, people like you. We are committed to fostering a vibrant, welcoming community. In keeping with our mission, we encourage applications from all who will help build and strengthen our beloved community. We strive to empower every employee to flourish, knowing your success propels Notre Dame to new heights of impact.