Essential knowledge, skills and abilities:
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Must be able to read, write and interpret the English language
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Must have at least six months experience in a large food operation or quantity food production
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Must be able to perform simple math calculations
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Must be able to move up to 50 pounds on an occasional basis
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Must be able to stand for up to four hours at a time
Preferred knowledge, skills and abilities:
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Demonstrated knowledge of HACCP procedures, and health department regulations
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Sodexo Food and Physical Safety regulations
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Demonstrated ability to work effectively and collaboratively with people of diverse backgrounds
This position has the responsibility for quality food production, cleanliness and customer service to meet the needs of a diverse population of University of Minnesota Morris students, faculty, staff, visitors, and friends in Dining Services or Turtle Mountain Café.
This position is represented by the Teamsters Local 320 bargaining unit and dues or fair share reductions will be made. According to article 2.1 of the Teamster/University bargaining agreement, employees will work more than 67 days in a year, or more than 14 hours/week (35% time).
The Promotional Priority Period for current Teamster applicants: August 7, 2026 - August 14, 2026.
Work Environment: In-person at the University of Minnesota - Morris campus.
Schedule:
Monday-Friday, routing weekends
Times will vary between 6:00 am and 8:30 pm
30 hours per week
Please note, this position is not eligible for H-1B or Green Card sponsorship. This position does not offer a STEM OPT training program.
Employees in Dining Services are University of Minnesota employees, supervised by Sodexo management staff, UMM’s contracted food service management company, and are governed by the Teamsters and University bargaining unit agreement.
Job duties:
Prepare, process and help serve high quality foods at Turtle Mountain Café and the Dining Hall (20%)
Maintain quality and cleanliness standards (80%)
Supervision:
Positions in this classification receive supervision from senior food operations personnel. These positions are typically non-supervisory in nature. This position reports to the UMM Dining Services General Manager and their management team. The General Manager is a part of Sodexo management staff, UMM’s contracted food service management company.
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.
Required application materials: Resume.
To request an accommodation during the application process, please e-mail [email protected] 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 Morris (UMN Morris)
The University of Minnesota Morris (UMN Morris) makes its home on a 121-year-old campus on the western edge of the state and is one of the top public liberal arts colleges in the nation. The small, close-knit campus emphasizes faculty/student collaboration in research, study abroad, and community engaged learning. Deeply rooted in the tall grass prairies of Minnesota, the campus also has advanced sustainable, environmentally friendly initiatives that have grown to levels of national leadership and touch nearly all aspects of campus life.
At the University of Minnesota, we are proud to be recognized by Forbes as a Best Employer for Company Culture (2026), Best Employer for Women (2023, 2025, 2026), and Best Employer by State (2022-2026). In 2026, we also received Culture Excellence & Industry Awards recognition for employee appreciation and work-life flexibility.
