What are the responsibilities and job description for the Student - Culinary Support position at Inside Higher Ed?
Job Title
Student - Culinary Support
Requisition Number
SE04392
Department Name
3J5SE: Student Employment
Work Location:
Lexington, KY
On Campus/Off Campus
Off Campus
Salary Range
14
Type Of Position
Student
Position Time Status
Part-Time
Hours Per Week
20-40
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.
Essential Job Functions
Kitchen
Skills / Knowledge / Abilities
Purpose: Responsible for setting tables, bussing tables, washing dishes, assisting the cook as needed and completing cleaning duties.
Physical/Sensory Requirements
Medium Work – Ability to exert 20-50 pounds of force occasionally, and/or 10-25 pounds of force frequently, and/or greater than negligible up to 10 pounds of force constantly to lift, carry, push, pull, or otherwise move objects. Bending, twisting, squatting and/or reaching is frequently and consistently necessary while serving, cleaning, or performing other tasks.
Deadline To Apply
05/29/2026
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
05/01/2026
Student - Culinary Support
Requisition Number
SE04392
Department Name
3J5SE: Student Employment
Work Location:
Lexington, KY
On Campus/Off Campus
Off Campus
Salary Range
14
Type Of Position
Student
Position Time Status
Part-Time
Hours Per Week
20-40
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.
Essential Job Functions
Kitchen
- Prepare, wash and store dishes following Community procedures.
- Clean dishwashing area.
- Assist in serving, if needed.
- Assist cooks in cleaning food serving areas and equipment.
- Assists cook in food prep as requested
- Set up serving carts for each meal as required.
- Help serve meals to residents’ tables following Community procedures.
- Bus tables and prepare dishes for washing.
- Clean dining room tables and chairs as needed.
- Sweep and clean dining room area.
- Set tables for the next meal.
- Focus on good customer service in regard to food service.
- Works as part of the Food Services team to ensure smooth, efficient and safe operation of the kitchen.
- Adheres to prescribed safety and sanitation practices and procedures.
Skills / Knowledge / Abilities
Purpose: Responsible for setting tables, bussing tables, washing dishes, assisting the cook as needed and completing cleaning duties.
Physical/Sensory Requirements
Medium Work – Ability to exert 20-50 pounds of force occasionally, and/or 10-25 pounds of force frequently, and/or greater than negligible up to 10 pounds of force constantly to lift, carry, push, pull, or otherwise move objects. Bending, twisting, squatting and/or reaching is frequently and consistently necessary while serving, cleaning, or performing other tasks.
Deadline To Apply
05/29/2026
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
05/01/2026