Full Time Crew Member

UNIVERSITY OF KANSAS MEMORIAL•Lawrence, KS

2d•$15

About The Position

At KU Dining, our mission is to create an unparalleled dining experience for our guests, foster a culture of excellence among our well-trained and empowered staff, and provide inviting spaces that reflect the warmth of the KU community. We strive to set a standard that goes beyond nourishment, creating an environment where every meal becomes a highlight of the KU experience. We employ full-time and part-time team members to serve the University of Kansas’ diverse dining needs. While our operations are large and fast-paced, every role and every employee makes a meaningful impact. At KU Dining, we strive to provide a strong work-life balance and usually do—though certain busy periods may call for additional hours or longer days. Even so, our team members enjoy reliable schedules, meaningful time off, and a collaborative atmosphere. You’ll take pride in creating great food for KU students and have opportunities to grow your skills and career. We’re looking for a Crew Member who enjoys a fast-paced environment and is passionate about customer service, teamwork, and helping create positive dining experiences. Crew Members perform a blend of front-of-house and back-of-house duties, including cashiering, customer service, dishwashing, stocking, cleaning, bussing, and light food prep. You’ll thrive here if you’re dependable, friendly, flexible, and take pride in a job well done.

Requirements

High School diploma or GED equivalent
At least one year of experience in a similar or related position
ServSafe certification or willingness to obtain it within six months
Adhere to University and KU Memorial Union policies and procedures.
Support the KU Memorial Unions’ lines of effort, initiatives, and End State as described by the Executive Director, and work to achieve and uphold the department’s mission and core values: community, dignity, empowerment, excellence, innovation, and safety.
Follow the 7 Team Principles: competence, creating a cohesive team through mutual trust, creating shared understanding, setting clear leader intent, written/verbal communication, disciplined initiative, and risk management.
Demonstrate a positive, solution-oriented attitude in performing job responsibilities and collaborating with colleagues to foster a respectful and productive work environment.
Always exhibit professional decorum while representing the KU Memorial Unions and the University, including routine events and meetings that occur outside of the kitchen, around campus, and in the community.

Nice To Haves

Previous food service experience at a college, institutional, or high-volume dining operation
Strong customer service and communication skills
Ability to work well under pressure and in a team environment

Responsibilities

Perform a variety of tasks including cooking, prepping, cleaning, dishwashing, restocking, serving food, and cashiering.
Follow all food safety rules for preparing, handling, and storing food.
Maintain a clean and organized workspace with a “clean as you go” approach.
Communicate questions or concerns to your supervisor clearly and professionally.
Support coworkers and work collaboratively to ensure tasks and assignments are completed efficiently.
Assist with stocking, general cleaning, and covering workstations as needed.
Interact positively with customers and follow up on concerns as appropriate.