Temporary | Service Associate (Columba Hall)

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Job Description

The University of Notre Dame Operations, Events, and Safety (UOES) division is currently hiring for temporary/on-call Service Associates at Columba Hall 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.

We are looking for talented individuals to work in the Congregation of Holy Cross’s Religious Houses, located on the campus of Notre Dame. This environment is unique as it is a position working in the residences of priests and brothers. If you like working with a close-knit team, in a peaceful environment, where you can develop great working relationships with fellow employees, we hope you will consider applying.

Service Associate

The Service Associate reports to the dining service manager, supporting the mission and goals of a \"Best in Class\" dining program. As a member of a dynamic dining hall operation, the associate will support the daily operations of the dining hall. This position is critical to ensuring all diners feel welcome by providing a warm, friendly atmosphere and being responsive to the changing needs and desires of customers.

Key Responsibilities:

• Set up and clean equipment and facilities
• Prepare beverages, salads or desserts
• Assist with dish washing, sweeping, and mopping
• Bus tables and ensure the dining hall remains clean and orderly
• Provide support in the stock room when necessary
• Participate in special or catered events within the dining hall or elsewhere on campus
  
  

Qualifications

• Capable of managing time effectively with minimal supervision
• Positive, respectful, excellent communication and listening skills
• Ability to maintain a standing position for extended periods of time (up to 6 hours at a time)
• Ability to move, lift and handle equipment, supplies and other objects weighing up to 25 pounds.
• Follow food safety procedures for handling, storing, and serving food products
  
  

Additional Information

Pay Rate: $17.50/hr

The University of Notre Dame seeks to attract, develop, and retain the highest quality faculty, staff and administration. The University is an Equal Opportunity Employer, and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national or ethnic origin, sex, disability, veteran status, genetic information, or age in employment. Moreover, Notre Dame prohibits discrimination against veterans or disabled qualified individuals, and complies with 41 CFR 60-741.5(a) and 41 CFR 60-300.5(a). We strongly encourage applications from candidates attracted to a university with a Catholic identity.