UNT Mean Greens - Dining Associate (Non-Student Hourly)

Job Description

Job Description

Title: UNT Mean Greens - Dining Associate (Non-Student Hourly)

Employee Classification: Non-Student Help - Hourly

Campus: University of North Texas

Division: UNT-Student Affairs

Sub Division-Department: UNT-Dining Service

Department: UNT-Dining-Residential-163720

Job Location: Denton

Salary: 10.00

FTE: .48

Retirement Eligibility: Not Retirement Eligible

About Us - Values Overview

Welcome to the University of North Texas System. The UNT System includes the University of North Texas in Denton and Frisco, the University of North Texas at Dallas and UNT Dallas College of Law, and University of North Texas Health Fort Worth. We are the only university system based exclusively in the robust Dallas-Fort Worth region. We are growing with the North Texas region, employing more than 14,000 employees, educating a record 49,000+ students across our system, and awarding nearly 12,000 degrees each year.

We are one team comprised of individuals who are committed to excellence, curiosity and innovation. We are transforming lives and creating economic opportunity through education. We champion a people-first values-based culture where We Care about each other and those we serve. We believe that we are Better Together because we foster an environment of respect, belonging, and access for all. We demonstrate Courageous Integrity through setting exceptional standards and acting in the best interest of our communities. We are encouraged to Be Curious about opportunities for learning, creating, discovering, and innovating, and are encouraged to learn from failure. Show Your Fire by joining our team and exhibiting your passion and pride in your work as part of our UNT System team.

Learn more about the UNT System and how we live our values at

Department Summary

It’s About the Food!
Why work for UNT Dining? Our employees explain. – YouTube

As the largest self-supported food service department in North Texas, UNT Dining Services is setting the standard for campus dining. With five Dining Halls, more than 20 retail locations, an upscale restaurant, a hydroponic garden, a central scratch bakery, and full-service catering, the department is led by a team of professionally trained chefs and hospitality experts. UNT is recognized as a national leader in university dining, known for its innovative, trendsetting approach and award-winning culinary talent.

UNT Dining Services is home to Mean Greens Café, the nation’s first 100% vegan collegiate dining hall, and Kitchen West, Texas’ first and only university dining hall certified Free From™ the Big 8 food allergens and gluten. In 2021, UNT introduced Eagle Landing, the university’s first standalone dining hall, inspired by urban food halls and featuring seven distinct restaurant concepts—all available for a single Meal Plan swipe.

Recognized for excellence, UNT was ranked No. 2 nationwide for best college food by Delish.com. The department is also the proud recipient of the prestigious Loyal E. Horton Award and the Vegan Recipe Award from the National Association of College and University Food Services. As a founding member of the Menus of Change University Research Collaborative, UNT plays an active role in pioneering research on plant-forward diets, food waste reduction, and consumer food choices, all while advancing the principles of healthy, sustainable menus.

Position Overview

The UNT Dining Associate at Mean Greens plays an essential role in supporting safe, efficient, and consistent dining operations within UNT Dining Services. This position assists with daily kitchen production, meal service, sanitation, and general dining area operations to help ensure quality service for students, faculty, staff, and guests.

The Dining Associate works collaboratively with cooks, production staff, supervisors, and other dining team members to support timely meal preparation and service while following established food safety, sanitation, and operational standards. This role may provide support across various service areas as needed, helping maintain adequate staffing and smooth operations during meal periods.

The Dining Associate contributes to a welcoming and positive dining environment by maintaining clean, organized, and well-stocked work and service areas, assisting with food preparation and service, and responding to operational needs in a professional and timely manner. The position is an important part of the Mean Greens team and helps provide a safe, clean, and enjoyable dining experience for the UNT community.

Minimum Qualifications

• Ability to follow written and verbal instructions accurately and consistently, with attention to detail
• Basic knowledge of food service, sanitation, and workplace safety practices, or the ability to learn and apply these practices promptly
• Ability to stand, walk, lift, bend, and perform repetitive tasks for extended periods throughout a scheduled work shift
• Demonstrated reliability, dependability, and punctuality
• Ability to work effectively in a fast-paced, team-oriented environment while maintaining a professional and positive attitude.

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities

The ideal candidate will have excellent communication skills and a passion for providing exceptional service.

Preferred Qualifications

6 Months General Dining, Retail, working experience but not required

Job Duties

• Assist in preparation of high-quality baked good items each meal service, including daily prepared items. Knowledge of the proper care and use of food service equipment and kitchen utensils, understands health hazards related to food preparation and service, and is aware of necessary precautionary measures, including safety and security protocols relevant to the work performed. Follows standardized processes to minimize turnaround time and ensure a consistent supply of cleaned and sanitized dishes, pots and pans. Assists with additional duties as assigned. - (Essential)

Physical Requirements

• Communicating with others to exchange information.
• Lifting and moving objects up to 20 pounds.

Environmental Hazards

• No adverse environmental conditions expected.

Work Schedule

Must be available to work the following hours: Monday-Friday,10:00AM -3:00PM

Driving University Vehicle

No

Security Sensitive

This is a Security Sensitive Position.

Special Instructions

Applicants must submit a minimum of two professional references as part of their application. If needed, additional references can be added after the application has been submitted. 

Benefits

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EEO Statement

The University of North Texas System is firmly committed to equal opportunity and does not permit –and takes actions to prevent – discrimination, harassment (including sexual violence, domestic violence, dating violence and stalking), and retaliation on the basis of race, color, religion, national origin, sex, age, disability, genetic information, or veteran status in its application, employment practices, and facilities; nor permits race, color, national origin, religion, age, disability, veteran status, or sex discrimination and harassment in its admissions processes, and educational programs and activities. UNT System Administration promptly investigates complaints of discrimination, harassment, and related retaliation and takes remedial action when appropriate. System Administration also takes actions to prevent retaliation against individuals who oppose any form of harassment or discriminatory practice, file a charge or report, or testify, assist, or participate in a related investigation or proceeding.