Part-Time Monitor | Campus & Auxiliary Dining Halls

University of Notre Dame • Notre Dame, IN

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About The Position

The University of Notre Dame Operations, Events, and Safety division is hiring part-time Monitors in campus and auxiliary dining halls within the Campus Dining department. The Monitor is a front-of-house position that welcomes guests and supports the mission and goals of a “Best in Class” dining program by helping create a warm, friendly atmosphere and responding to guests’ needs.

The Monitor verifies eligibility for meal service, monitors dining hall activity and overcrowding, helps prevent unauthorized entry and guests leaving with excessive food, and maintains cleanliness. The role also involves following food safety procedures and supporting a safe, orderly, and positive dining experience. Pay is $17.50 per hour.

Requirements

• Manage time effectively with minimal supervision.
• Be positive, respectful, and committed to the schedule created.
• Have excellent communication and listening skills.
• Be able to stand for extended periods, up to six hours at a time.
• Follow food safety procedures for handling, storing, and serving food products.

Responsibilities

• Greet and welcome students, faculty, staff, and guests upon entry in a friendly and professional manner.
• Verify meal plans, student IDs, or other authorized access and ensure entry protocols are followed.
• Monitor dining room activity to maintain a safe, clean, and orderly environment; promptly address spills, hazards, or disruptive behavior.
• Circulate throughout the dining area to answer general inquiries, direct patrons to stations, and address minor concerns.
• Ensure compliance with dining hall policies, including rules about outside food and waste disposal, and politely remind patrons as needed.
• Help keep dining tables and chairs clean during service by wiping down surfaces as needed.
• Report equipment malfunctions, maintenance issues, or significant incidents to dining hall management immediately.
• Maintain a visible, helpful presence and contribute to a positive dining atmosphere.
• Follow food safety procedures for handling, storing, and serving food products.
• Monitor overcrowding, prevent unauthorized individuals from entering, and help prevent guests from exiting with excessive food.

What This Job Offers

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