Dining Student Assistant

University of Texas at Austin

7d • Onsite

About The Position

Dining Student Assistants support operations in UHD dining locations by providing customer service and assisting with a variety of tasks including greeting and serving guests, operating registers, restocking supplies, washing dishes, maintaining clean dining spaces and assisting with food preparation and service. This position provides varied responsibilities that shift from day to day, creating a dynamic work experience. Designed with students in mind, this role offers flexible hours, hands-on experience in customer service and teamwork and the chance to be part of a supportive team.

Requirements

• Must be a student.
• Ability to work flexible hours, including mornings, evenings, and weekends.
• Ability to lift up to 50 lbs.
• Ability to work in environments with heat, cold, steam, and cleaning supplies.
• Must obtain Texas Food Handler certification.
• Must be able to complete required training.
• Must be able to present acceptable documents to prove identity and authorization to work in the United States.
• Must be able to complete the federal Employment Eligibility Verification I-9 form.
• Must be able to have work authorization verified through E-Verify.

Nice To Haves

• Customer Service skills
• Teamwork skills
• Time Management skills
• Adaptability
• Attention to Detail
• Problem-Solving skills
• Professionalism

Responsibilities

• Greet and serve guests with a smile—your friendly vibe matters!
• Serve food and beverages in a safe and professional way.
• Work as part of a team, ask questions, and learn from your supervisors.
• Restock supplies like condiments, napkins, and beverages so everyone’s set for success.
• Wash dishes and help keep things sparkling clean (dining areas, kitchens, restrooms, walls, windows, and more).
• Run the register/POS system and handle transactions accurately.
• Follow food safety rules—store, prep, and serve food properly while keeping logs.
• Help with set-up before service and clean-up after.
• Lend a hand in training new student staff.
• Be on time, stay safe, and complete required training (Texas Food Handler included).
• Pitch in on other tasks as needed—variety is part of the job!

Benefits

• Shift Differential pay ($1.00 per hour for designated evening and weekend shifts)
• Flexible schedules
• Free meal with each shift worked
• Holidays off
• Gain hands-on experience in foodservice, customer service, and teamwork
• Part of a fun and supportive team
• Career growth & professional development
• UTSaver voluntary retirement programs

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Part-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: No Education Listed