Attendant

Teamster priority period runs from 8/19/2025 - 8/26/2025

DESCRIPTION
This position has responsibility for assisting or serving students, staff and the general public in a variety of ways.

TYPICAL TASKS: The following examples do not include all possible tasks and responsibilities, nor limits the assignment of additional related tasks including tasks typically performed by a lower classification.

* Washes service ware, pots and pans by hand or using dishwashing machine
* Maintains cleanliness in dining room (including tables, chairs and equipment)
* Maintains cleanliness of dish room by completing daily, weekly and monthly cleaning tasks
* Washes windows, walls, vents and maintains light fixtures as assigned
* Sweeps and mops floors using manual mop, broom or floor scrubber
* Vacuums carpets
* Empties trash, recycling, compost and cardboard, to include using mechanical equipment for compacting
* Receives deliveries and stores product under direction of lead employee or manager
* Stores and stocks clean dishes, service ware, pots and pans
* Makes coffee, mixes beverages
* Launders aprons, skirting and uniforms as assigned
* Cleans hoods and filters
* Stocks, cleans and replenishes soap and chemical dispensers and hand washing stations
* Stocks beverages and pre-packaged food when needed
* Is required to serve and assemble food as assigned
* Participates in training activities as assigned
* Performs other duties as assigned

RESPONSIBILITES
* Follows Food Safety and Sanitation standards
* Positively interacts with customers
* Participates in training other employees
* Follows brand specifications

REGULAR AND ON-GOING TASKS
* Puts away food and supplies
* Completes daily, weekly and monthly cleaning as assigned

SUPERVISION
Positions in this classification work under the guidance of the Food Service manager.

**An offer of employment is contingent upon the successful completion of a background check.

**Continued employment in this position is contingent upon successfully:
* passing Food Safety test during probation period

REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS
* Able to lift up to 50 pounds frequently
* Reads, writes, understands and communicates in English
* Must be able to stand up for 4 hours at a time
* Reliable attendance at all scheduled shifts
* Must have some experience involving customer service

Pay Range: $21.63-$23.25 depending on education/qualifications/experience

Time Appointment Category: 75% Appointment

Position Type: Civil-Service & Non-Faculty Labor Represented Staff

Please visit the Office of Human Resources website for more information regarding benefit eligibility.

The University offers a comprehensive benefits package that includes:

• Competitive wages, paid holidays, and generous time off
• Continuous learning opportunities through professional training and degree-seeking programs supported by the Regents Tuition Benefit Program
• Low-cost medical, dental, and pharmacy plans
• Healthcare and dependent care flexible spending accounts
• University HSA contributions
• Disability and employer-paid life insurance
• Employee wellbeing program
• Excellent retirement plans with employer contribution
• Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF) opportunity
• Financial counseling services
• Employee Assistance Program with eight sessions of counseling at no cost
• Employee Transit Pass with free or reduced rates in the Twin Cities metro area

Applications must be submitted online. To be considered for this position, please click the Apply button and follow the instructions. You will have the opportunity to complete an online application for the position and attach a resume.

Additional documents may be attached after application by accessing your "My Job Applications" page and uploading documents in the "My Cover Letters and Attachments" section.

To request an accommodation during the application process, please e-mail employ@umn.edu or call (612) 624-8647.

The University recognizes and values the importance of diversity and inclusion in enriching the employment experience of its employees and in supporting the academic mission. The University is committed to attracting and retaining employees with varying identities and backgrounds.

The University of Minnesota provides equal access to and opportunity in its programs, facilities, and employment without regard to race, color, creed, religion, national origin, gender, age, marital status, disability, public assistance status, veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity, or gender expression. To learn more about diversity at the U: http://diversity.umn.edu

Any offer of employment is contingent upon the successful completion of a background check. Our presumption is that prospective employees are eligible to work here. Criminal convictions do not automatically disqualify finalists from employment.

The University of Minnesota, Twin Cities (UMTC)

The University of Minnesota, Twin Cities (UMTC), is among the largest public research universities in the country, offering undergraduate, graduate, and professional students a multitude of opportunities for study and research. Located at the heart of one of the nation's most vibrant, diverse metropolitan communities, students on the campuses in Minneapolis and St. Paul benefit from extensive partnerships with world-renowned health centers, international corporations, government agencies, and arts, nonprofit, and public service organizations.

At the University of Minnesota, we are proud to be recognized by the Star Tribune as a Top Workplace for 2021, as well as by Forbes as Best Employers for Women and one of America's Best Employers (2015, 2018, 2019, 2023), Best Employer for Diversity (2019, 2020), Best Employer for New Grads (2018, 2019), and Best Employer by State (2019, 2022).