Student - Culinary Support

Job Title
Student - Culinary Support

Requisition Number
SE04349

Department Name
3J5SE: Student Employment

Work Location
Lexington, KY

On Campus/Off Campus
Off Campus

Salary Range
12+

Type of Position
Student

Position Time Status
Part-Time

Preferred Education/Experience

Physical/Sensory Requirements:
Medium Work – Ability to exert 20-50 pounds of force occasionally, and/or 10-25 pounds of force frequently, and/or greater than negligible up to 10 pounds of force constantly to lift, carry, push, pull, or otherwise move objects. Bending, twisting, squatting and/or reaching is frequently and consistently necessary while serving, cleaning, or performing other tasks.

OSHA Category Classification:
II: Potential for exposure to bloodborne pathogen

Hours per Week

20-40

Job Summary

You must be a current UK student to apply for this position. This position is located off campus with a local Lexington employer and is not affiliated with UK.

Essential Job Functions:

Kitchen
· Prepare, wash and store dishes following Community procedures.
· Clean dishwashing area.
· Assist in serving, if needed.
· Assist cooks in cleaning food serving areas and equipment.
· Assists cook in food prep as requested

Dining Room
· Set up serving carts for each meal as required.
· Help serve meals to residents’ tables following Community procedures.
· Bus tables and prepare dishes for washing.
· Clean dining room tables and chairs as needed.
· Sweep and clean dining room area.
· Set tables for the next meal.
· Focus on good customer service in regard to food service.
· Works as part of the Food Services team to ensure smooth, efficient and safe operation of the kitchen.
· Adheres to prescribed safety and sanitation practices and procedures.

The job description provides a framework for the job; other duties may be assigned as necessary.

Skills / Knowledge / Abilities

Minimum Eligibility Requirements

· Must be able to relate positively to residents and families, and to work cooperatively with other employees.
· Must be able to communicate effectively with Residents, families, staff, community officials, referral sources and the general public.
· Must be capable of maintaining regular and reliable attendance.
· Must meet all state health requirements.
· Obtain Food Handlers Permit (as required by state regulations).
· Must be able to perform duties and responsibilities (Essential Job Functions) with or without reasonable accommodation.

Working Conditions:
Able to work full-time, with some weekend work

Deadline to Apply
03/17/2026

Our University Community

We value the well-being of each of our employees and are dedicated to creating a healthy place for everyone to work, learn and live. In the interest of maintaining a safe and healthy environment for our students, employees, patients and visitors, the University of Kentucky is a Tobacco & Drug Free campus.

The University follows both the federal and state Constitutions as well as all applicable federal and state laws on nondiscrimination. The University provides equal opportunities for qualified persons in all aspects of institutional operations and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, ethnic origin, religion, creed, age, physical or mental disability, veteran status, uniformed service, political belief, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, pregnancy, marital status, genetic information or social or economic status.

Any candidate offered a position may be required to pass pre-employment screenings as mandated by University of Kentucky Human Resources. These screenings may include a national background check and/or drug screen.

Anticipated Start Date
03/02/2026