Dish Room Attendant

At Clarke University, we look for individuals who lead from the heart and embrace our values of education, charity, justice, and freedom. By creating a community focused on care, we empower everyone at Clarke to do and be their best. We offer meaningful work, a safe and friendly work environment, and an outstanding benefits package including tuition remission, paid holidays vacation and sick time, and extensive professional development opportunities. So, if you're looking for a place you can make a positive impact, we hope you'll consider our One Clarke, One Community.

Clarke University is seeking a dependable and hardworking Evening Dining Hall Custodian / Dish Room Attendant to join our Dining Services team. This role plays a key part in maintaining a clean, sanitary, and welcoming environment for students, staff, and guests during dinner service.

Key Responsibilities:

• Clean and sanitize dishware, utensils, trays, pots, and pans using commercial dishwashing equipment
• Maintain cleanliness of dish room and kitchen areas, including sweeping and mopping floors
• Empty trash and recycling, and replace liners as needed
• Wipe down and sanitize dining hall tables, counters, and other surfaces
• Restock cleaning supplies and report maintenance needs
• Assist in closing and securing the dish room and dining area at end of shift
• Follow all food safety and sanitation regulations (e.g., ServSafe standards)
• Support other dining operations as needed

Qualifications:

• High school diploma or equivalent preferred
• Prior experience in food service, janitorial, or custodial work is a plus
• Ability to lift to 50 lbs., stand for long periods, and work in a hot, fast-paced environment
• Strong attention to cleanliness, detail, and safety
• Dependable, punctual, and able to work independently and as part of a team
• Availability to work evening shifts, weekends, and occasional holidays

Clarke University is committed to fostering a welcoming campus community that celebrates the unique contributions of each person and promotes an inclusive learning environment. Clarke University does not discriminate against any employee or any applicant for employment because of race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy, gender identity, and sexual orientation), national origin, age, disability or genetic information.