Dining Team Member (Husker Heroes)

University of Nebraska-Lincoln
University of Nebraska-Lincoln

People & HR

Lincoln, NE, USA

USD 16-16 / hour

Posted on Jul 14, 2026
Working Title Dining Team Member (Husker Heroes)
Department Housing: Retail Operations-12425
Requisition Number S_260520
Posting Open Date 07/13/2026
Application Review Date: (To ensure consideration, please submit all application materials before review date) 07/22/2026
Posting Close Date
Open Until Filled Yes
Description of Work
The Nebraska Unions Food Commons features a variety of dining options, including local favorites such as Valentino’s and Imperial Palace, as well as popular concepts like Sossy’s BBQ, Husker Hero’s, and Choolaah. We are seeking a Dining Team Member to maintain daily operations of one of these dining concepts while helping deliver an outstanding guest experience.

As a Dining Team Member, you will:

  • Provide friendly, professional customer service to all guests
  • Process customer orders accurately using the POS system
  • Prepare food and beverages according to company standards and customer requests
  • Fulfill mobile and in-store orders efficiently
  • Stock front-of-house and kitchen supplies
  • Prepare ingredients and assist with inventory management
  • Operate dishwashing equipment and maintain cleanliness throughout the facility
  • Perform opening and closing procedures
  • Ensure food quality, safety, and sanitation standards are met
Schedule varies and includes evenings, late nights, and weekend shifts.

About Us:
At the University of Nebraska–Lincoln, we’re proud to be consistently recognized by Forbes as a top employer and recently earned the Lincoln Family Friendly Workplace certification. We are known for our welcoming, supportive environment, commitment to professional growth, and outstanding benefits. UNL isn’t just a workplace; it’s a place to build your career and make a meaningful impact in Nebraska.

When you join our team as a full-time, regular staff member, you’ll enjoy:
  • Generous paid time off, including vacation, sick leave, parental leave, and holidays
  • Comprehensive insurance options, including medical, dental, vision, and life coverage
  • Employee and dependent scholarship programs to pursue higher education
  • Retirement plans with university match
  • A workplace culture that values your time outside of work

Learn more about working at UNL: https://go.unl.edu/aboutus

The University of Nebraska does not discriminate based on race, color, ethnicity, national origin, sex, pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender identity, religion, disability, age, genetic information, veteran status, marital status, and/or political affiliation in its programs, activities, or employment. See https://go.unl.edu/nondiscrimination
Minimum Required Qualifications
  • High School education plus one year of experience in a work environment required; equivalency considered
  • Ability to read, write, weigh and measure necessary
  • Ability to communicate essential
  • Food Handler’s permit or ability to obtain by passing the Safety and Sanitation test required
Preferred Qualifications
Pre-Placement Driving Record Review Required No
Physical Required Yes
Commercial Driver’s License (CDL) required. Subject to DOT approved pre-employment & random testing for alcohol and controlled substances. No
Criminal History Background Check Required Yes
Posted Salary $16.00/hr
How to Apply
Click on “Apply to this Job”. You will then either create an application or edit your current application that is on file.
For questions or accommodations related to this position contact
Bjorn Scott
4024722454
bscott26@unl.edu
Job Category (old) Office/Service
Job Type Full-Time
Alternate Work Schedule (if other than 8-5) Schedule varies; includes evenings, late nights, weekends
Work Location (City, State) Lincoln, NE
Position funded by grant or other form of temporary funding? No
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