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Food Court/Snack Bar Attendant

University/Agency Eastern Illinois University
Civil Service Classification Food Court/Snack Bar Attendant
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Posting Duration 9/30/2025 - 10/31/2025
Probationary Period 6 months

Job Description

Position Summary: The University Food Court is part of Panther Dining which is a division within Student Affairs that operates two residential dining centers, a food court, Panther Catering, a C-Store (Thomas Marketplace) and a coffee shop (Java B&B). We serve the EIU campus community and its guests with high-quality, efficient, and innovative dining options in a variety of settings. We add value to our customer’s on-campus experience by providing welcoming and inclusive dining facilities, high-quality food, and experienced and professional staff who care about those they serve and enjoy the relationships they build.

Our goal is to recruit and build a talented food service team here at EIU. We are seeking individuals that have a passion for food services, enjoys working with people and are looking for a great way to enter the industry. Working in food service offers many opportunities for advancement of your career, but it generally requires little in the way of skills and specialized experience to get started. This position is part of the AFSCME Local 981 bargaining unit, the second largest labor union on campus.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities:
General responsibility of assisting with the preparation of food for various university customers in a pleasing, safe and sanitary manner.
Responsible for the timely preparation, set-up, clean-up and service of all food areas in the University Food Court.
Keep accurate records for the efficiency of the kitchen and to ensure that safety and sanitation regulations are met.
Stock utensils, napkins and prepackaged food items as needed.
Responsible for supplies and materials needed for food preparation.
Run a register and handle cash and credit card transactions.


Qualifications

Minimum Qualifications:
High school diploma or equivalent.


Salary

$16.60/hr. In addition to this wage, there is a $1.25 shift differential added to the above wage.


Links

Eastern Illinois University


Contact Information


University/Agency Eastern Illinois University
Department/College Eastern Illinois University
Contact Kasondra L Harrell
Phone Number 2175813911
Address 600 Lincoln Ave.
Charleston, IL 61920
Comments This position is a union position; therefore, provisions of the AFSCME collective bargaining agreement/labor contract apply to the filling of this position, including pay rate.