Dining Services Student Worker

Position Details
Position Information
Recruitment/Posting Title
Dining Services Student Worker (Harvest at IFNH)

Job Category
Staff & Executive - Food Services/Hospitality/Special Events

Department
Harvest at IFNH

Overview
Rutgers, The State University of New Jersey, is a leading national research university and the State of New Jersey's preeminent, comprehensive public institution of higher education. As one of the largest employers in the State of New Jersey, Rutgers University is committed not only to the students and the State that we serve, but also to the faculty and staff who work on our campuses. Ranked in 2022 by Forbes as a top 100 best large employer in America, Rutgers' commitment to its employees includes maintaining and fostering a safe, diverse, and respectful workplace environment, creating employment opportunities for our nation's military veterans, and ensuring accessibility and accommodation for individuals with disabilities.

Posting Summary
Join the Rutgers Dining team as a Dining Services Student Worker in one of our dining halls or retail operations across the New Brunswick and Piscataway campuses. Rutgers Dining Services strives to be the best in culinary excellence and as a Dining Services Worker you play a critical role in the customer experience. From assisting in the preparation and service of food, to maintaining the presentation of the dining halls, to assisting guests, we have a variety of roles and will find the right one for you

Dining Service Workers earn a paycheck and more:

1. Student employee meal privileges
2. Flexible schedules (10/20 hours/week) that work around your classes and activities
3. Convenient on-campus locations
4. Opportunities to advance to leadership positions such as Captain, Meal Manager and Student Unit Manager
5. Valuable work experience to add to your resume
6. Learn important job skills including interpersonal communications, team dynamics, dependability and time management
7. A fun and welcoming environment

FLSA
Nonexempt

Grade

Salary Details
$15.92 per hour

Minimum Salary
0.000

Mid Range Salary
0.000

Maximum Salary
0.000

Offer Information
The final salary offer may be determined by several factors, including, but not limited to, the candidate's qualifications, experience, and expertise, and availability of department or grant funds to support the position. We also take into consideration market benchmarks, if and when appropriate, and internal equity to ensure fair compensation relative to the university's broader compensation structure. We are committed to offering competitive and flexible compensation packages to attract and retain top talent.

Benefits
Rutgers offers a comprehensive benefits package to eligible employees, based on position, which includes:

• Medical, prescription drug, and dental coverage
• Paid vacation, holidays, and various leave programs
• Competitive retirement benefits, including defined contribution plans and voluntary tax-deferred savings options
• Employee and dependent educational benefits
• Life insurance coverage
• Employee discounts programs

For detailed information on benefits and eligibility, please visit: http://uhr.rutgers.edu/benefits/benefits-overview.

Position Status
Part Time

Working Hours

Standard Hours
40.00

Daily Work Shift
Rotating

Work Arrangement

Union Description
Student Hourly Employees

Payroll Designation
PeopleSoft

Seniority Unit

Terms of Appointment

Position Pension Eligibility
None

Qualifications
Minimum Education and Experience

• Currently enrolled as a Rutgers Student.

Certifications/Licenses

Required Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

• Reliable, friendly, customer-service oriented individuals.

Preferred Qualifications

Equipment Utilized

Physical Demands and Work Environment

Special Conditions

Posting Details
Posting Number
25ST2587

Posting Open Date
01/05/2026

Special Instructions to Applicants

Regional Campus
Rutgers University-New Brunswick

Home Location Campus
Cook (RU-New Brunswick)

City
New Brunswick

State
NJ

Location Details

• New Brunswick, NJ, 08901.

Pre-employment Screenings
All offers of employment are contingent upon successful completion of all pre-employment screenings.

Immunization Requirements

Under Policy 100.3.1 Immunization Policy for Covered Individuals, if employment will commence during Flu Season, Rutgers University may require certain prospective employees to provide proof that they are vaccinated against Seasonal Influenza for the current Flu Season, unless the University has granted the individual a medical or religious exemption. Additional infection control and safety policies may apply. Prospective employees should speak with their hiring manager to determine which policies apply to the role or position for which they are applying. Failure to provide proof of vaccination for any required vaccines or obtain a medical or religious exemption from the University will result in rescission of a candidate's offer of employment or disciplinary action up to and including termination.

Equal Employment Opportunity Statement
It is university policy to provide equal employment opportunity to all its employees and applicants for employment regardless of their race, creed, color, national origin, age, ancestry, nationality, marital or domestic partnership or civil union status, sex, pregnancy, gender identity or expression, disability status, liability for military service, protected veteran status, affectional or sexual orientation, atypical cellular or blood trait, genetic information (including the refusal to submit to genetic testing), or any other category protected by law. As an institution, we encourage all qualified applicants to apply. For additional information please see the Non-Discrimination Statement at the following web address: http://uhr.rutgers.edu/non-discrimination-statement

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