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Dining Services Attendant (Cactus Grill) (Academic)

University of Arizona
life insurance, vision insurance, sick time
United States, Arizona, Tucson
Oct 07, 2026
Dining Services Attendant (Cactus Grill) (Academic)
Posting Number req27254
Department Arizona Student Unions
Department Website Link Student Unions
Location Tucson Campus
Address Tucson, AZ USA
Position Highlights

The Dining Services Attendant performs various duties necessary for the preparation and service of food. This is the first in a series of four classifications and is distinguished from the Dining Services Attendant, Senior in that incumbents do not have lead responsibilities. This class typically reports to a Dining Service Supervisor or Cook Lead.

Visa sponsorship is not available for this position.

Outstanding U of A benefits include health, dental, and vision insurance plans; life insurance and disability programs; sick leave and holidays; U of A/ASU/NAU tuition reduction for the employee and qualified family members; retirement plans; access to U of A recreation and cultural activities; and more!

The University of Arizona has been recognized for our innovative work-life programs. For more information about working at the University of Arizona and relocations services, please click here.


Duties & Responsibilities
  • Sets
    up and replenishes serving lines and serves customers in food service
    unit.
  • Serves
    items following portion control.
  • Performs
    food preparation tasks such as sandwich and salad making and beverage
    preparation, following written standardized recipes.
  • Cleans and processes fruits and vegetables and prepares various salads, according
    to written standardized recipes.
  • Weighs,
    labels, dates, and stores all food items.
  • Operates
    and cleans food service equipment.
  • Inventories
    area and completes required forms.
  • Cleans
    countertops, walls, shelves, drain screens and floor mats.
  • Maintains
    sanitation, health and safety standards in work area.
  • Stocks
    as needed.
  • Greets
    and serves customers in a friendly and courteous manner.
  • Takes
    suggestions and passes them on to the supervisor.
  • Actively
    solves problems wherever possible.
  • Works
    harmoniously with coworkers.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities (KSAs):

  • Knowledge
    of cleaning equipment, products, techniques and standards.
  • Skills
    in using cleaning products and equipment.

Physical Requirement:

  • Occasionally
    lifts, transfers and moves a maximum of 50lbs.

This job posting reflects the general nature and level of work expected of the selected candidate(s). It is not intended to be an exhaustive list of all duties and responsibilities. The institution reserves the right to amend or update this description as organizational priorities and institutional needs evolve.

Minimum Qualifications
  • High school
    diploma or high school diploma equivalency is required.
  • Must be
    available to work evenings, weekends and holidays.
Preferred Qualifications
FLSA Non-Exempt
Full Time/Part Time Full Time
Number of Hours Worked per Week 40
Job FTE 1.0
Work Calendar Academic
Job Category Culinary
Benefits Eligible Yes - Full Benefits
Rate of Pay $16.50-$18.75
Compensation Type hourly rate
Grade 2
Compensation Guidance The Rate of Pay Field represents the University of Arizona's good faith and reasonable estimate of the range of possible compensation at the time of posting. The University considers several factors when extending an offer, including but not limited to, the role and associated responsibilities, a candidate's work experience, education/training, key skills, and internal equity.

The Grade Range represent a full range of career compensation growth over time. The university offers compensation growth opportunities within its career architecture. To learn more about compensation, please review our Applicant Compensation Guide and our Total Rewards Calculator.
Career Stream and Level OC1
Job Family Dining
Job Function Culinary
Type of criminal background check required: Name-based criminal background check (non-security sensitive)
Number of Vacancies 1
Target Hire Date
Expected End Date
Contact Information for Candidates HR-Auxiliaries@arizona.edu
Open Date 10/5/2026
Open Until Filled Yes
Documents Needed to Apply Resume
Special Instructions to Applicant
Notice of Availability of the Annual Security and Fire Safety Report In compliance with the Jeanne Clery Campus Safety Act (Clery Act), each year the University of Arizona releases an Annual Security Report (ASR) for each of the University's campuses.Thesereports disclose information including Clery crime statistics for the previous three calendar years and policies, procedures, and programs the University uses to keep students and employees safe, including how to report crimes or other emergencies and resources for crime victims. As a campus with residential housing facilities, the Main Campus ASR also includes a combined Annual Fire Safety report with information on fire statistics and fire safety systems, policies, and procedures.
Paper copies of the Reports can be obtained by contacting the University Compliance Office at cleryact@arizona.edu.
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