We're Hiring!

Title: STUDENT: Food Service Assistant, Main Cafeteria
VP Area: CFO
Department: Food Service
Position Compensation: $14.28 per hour
Location: Main Campus

Who We Are:
Northwestern is a faith-driven community, UNWavering in our Christ-centered principles and identity as those who profess faith in Jesus. Rooted in the unshakable foundation of God’s Word and our calling to impact His world, our mission and vision flow from these core values, expressed through Christ-centered higher education at the University of Northwestern – St. Paul and through gospel outreach and faithfulness with Northwestern Media.

Position Summary:

To serve the various students, staff, faculty, and guests in the Community Life Commons Main Cafeteria. Flexible schedule, with one required Sunday brunch shift per month. Free meals are provided with each shift!

Key Responsibilities:

• Assist in kitchen duties, including preparation of various food items
• Stock and serve various food and drink items
• Perform basic cashier duties
• Assist with questions and service needs
• Maintain orderly and clean work areas
• Perform other duties as requested or assigned

Because our community is a significant part of our mission and the development of our students and listeners, all employees serve as ministers of the gospel of Jesus Christ by actively partnering with the University to disciple students as they grow intellectually and spiritually, and with Northwestern Media to lead people to Christ and nurture believers to maturity in their faith. 

Qualifications:

• Strong customer service skills
• Able to interact with a variety of individuals in a professional, tactful, and courteous manner.
• Maintain a growing, personal relationship with Jesus Christ, reflect His character in all interactions, and faithfully uphold and embrace Northwestern’s mission, Doctrinal Statement and Declaration of Christian Community 

Key Skills:

• Independent & Teamwork: Capable of working both independently and collaboratively, with minimal supervision.
• Confidentiality: Maintains discretion and handles sensitive information appropriately.
• Organizational Skills: Strong time management and problem-solving abilities; able to prioritize and meet deadlines with attention to detail.
• Technical Proficiency: Basic computer skills, including Microsoft Office and related software.
• Written & Verbal Communication: Strong writing, editing, proofreading, and verbal communication skills. Able to promote Northwestern in a compelling and engaging manner.
• Punctuality & Initiative: Prompt, self-motivated, and able to thrive in a fast-paced, evolving environment with shifting responsibilities.
• Background Check: Must pass background check as a condition of employment.

Work Environment:
The work environment involves working for a suburban, Christian university or Christian owned and operated radio station alongside those with a demonstrated commitment and personal relationship with Jesus Christ, a commitment to the mission and values of Northwestern, and an agreement to abide by all Northwestern policies.

WORKING CONDITIONS & DEMANDS

The following working conditions reflect the typical demands associated with this position and are subject to reasonable accommodation as required by law:

• Visual and auditory acuity sufficient to safely and effectively perform job duties in a typical office setting. 
• Clear and professional verbal communication for instruction, collaboration, and customer service. 
• Manual dexterity and motor coordination for typing, writing, and using equipment/tools. 
• Physical mobility to sit, stand, walk, and occasionally bend, reach, or lift as required. 
• Cognitive abilities such as focus, memory, reasoning, problem-solving, and adaptability. 
• Professional appearance and hygiene appropriate to the role. 
• Ability to read, write, and understand instructions and technical information.
• Lift up to 20 lbs.; stoop, kneel, crouch, and handle materials, frequently.  
• Ability to work inside, with mechanical/electrical equipment and with moving objects, frequently.
• Exposure to extreme temperatures, loud noise, dust, fumes, airborne particles, and hazardous materials, constantly.  
• Work may include tasks at heights in confined spaces or on uneven, wet, or slippery surfaces with potential for slips, trips, or falls, occasionally.