Student Assistant

2 days ago

Atlanta, GA, United States Georgia Tech Full-time
About Us

Georgia Southern University is the state's largest and most comprehensive center of higher education south of Atlanta. With nearly 150 degree programs at the bachelor's, master's and doctoral levels, Georgia Southern has been designated a Carnegie Doctoral/R2 "high research" university and serves more than 29,500 students from all 50 states, Washington, D.C., Puerto Rico, and more than 100 countries.

With four vibrant campuses - the Statesboro Campus, the Armstrong Campus in Savannah, the Liberty Campus in Hinesville, and the East Georgia Campus in Swainsboro - Georgia Southern offers a dynamic environment that encourages learning, discovery and personal growth. The University is accredited by the Southern Association of Colleges and Schools and has earned specialized accreditation from numerous professional and academic associations that set standards in their respective fields.

Georgia Southern is an influencer and intellectual catalyst in southeast Georgia, a rapidly expanding region that is home to international companies such as Hyundai, Gulfstream and JCB, as well as the Port of Savannah and Georgia Ports Authority. With a focus on hands-on learning, Georgia Southern is supporting the demand for highly skilled workers by providing academic excellence and creative innovation in a supportive, student-centered environment that empowers the next generation of leaders to succeed.

Beyond an ideal location, there is a place for you to work in an exciting environment abounding with opportunities for personal and professional growth. Named one of the Best U.S. Colleges by The Wall Street Journal, Georgia Southern is nationally recognized for the caliber of its academic programs and student experience. Georgia Southern University has also been recognized by Forbes as one of "America's Best-In-State Employers" for 2025.

Location

Statesboro Campus - Statesboro, GA

Department Information

Dining Commons

Job Summary

The Student Assistant will support the Dining Commons as a Dishroom Assistant on the Statesboro Campus beginning Fall 2026. The Student Dishroom Assistant is responsible for maintaining cleanliness and efficiency in the dishroom, ensuring dining areas remain stocked with clean dishes and utensils. This role is an essential part of the dining team, contributing to a smooth and sanitary dining experience for students and staff.

Student employees cannot work more than 1300 hours in a 12-consecutive month period.

Responsibilities

  • Operates dishwashing equipment to clean dishes and utensils
  • Properly sorts, rinses, and loads dishes into dish machines
  • Maintains cleanliness of dishroom, floors, and workstations
  • Disposes of trash and food waste in designated areas
  • Assists in restocking clean dishes, utensils, and kitchenware
  • Follows all safety and sanitation guidelines as required by the university and health regulations
Shift Specifics
  • Up to 25 hours per week
  • Flexible with schedule of availability
  • Shifts available Monday-Sunday
    • 8:00 AM - 1:00 PM
    • 10:00 AM - 3:00 PM
    • 12:00 PM - 5:00 PM
    • 2:00 PM - 7:00 PM
    • 5:00 PM - 10:00 PM
Required Qualifications

Educational Requirements
  • Must be enrolled in six or more undergraduate credit hours or three or more graduate credit hours at Georgia Southern University.
Preferred Qualifications

Preferred Experience
  • Previous experience in food service or dishwashing
  • Ability to follow instructions and work efficiently in a team setting
Proposed Salary

$10.00 per hour

This is a non-exempt position paid on a biweekly basis.

Required Documents to Attach
  • Resume
  • Schedule of Availability
Knowledge, Skills, & Abilities

ABILITIES
  • Consistently exhibit engaging customer service
  • Ability to support various constituencies served by the University
  • Proven proficiency with computers including Microsoft Office, Google, and/or applications as required for specific position
KNOWLEDGE
  • Adhere to University policies and procedures to meet Institutional goals and support University's mission for student success
SKILLS
  • Effective communication (verbal and written), organizational and human relations skills
Apply Before Date

October 9, 2026

Application review may begin as early as September 2, 2026.

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