Lead Sustainability Intern - James Madison University

Job Description

JMU Dining is looking for a student leader to join the JMU Dining Team. The Lead Sustainability Intern’s primary role is to assist with the development and implementation of long-term environmental stewardship programs within the areas of ethical and local food sourcing, food waste minimization, food insecurity, and student education. One full semester commitment is required, with the opportunity to extend the internship based on performance.

Compensation Data

COMPENSATION: The Hourly rate for this position is $18.50 to $18.50. If both numbers are the same, that is the amount that Aramark expects to offer. This is Aramark’s good faith and reasonable estimate of the compensation for this position as of the time of posting.

BENEFITS: Aramark offers comprehensive benefit programs and services for eligible employees including medical, dental, vision, and work/life resources. Additional benefits may include retirement savings plans like 401(k) and paid days off such as parental leave and disability coverage. Benefits vary by location and are subject to any legal requirements or limitations, employee eligibility status, and where the employee lives and/or works. For more information about Aramark benefits, click here Aramark Careers - Benefits & Compensation

There is no predetermined application window for this position, the position will close once a qualified candidate is selected. Qualified applicants with arrest or conviction records will be considered for employment in accordance with all applicable laws, including, but not limited to all applicable Fair Chance Ordinances and Acts. For jobs in San Francisco, this includes the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance.

Job Responsibilities

• Serve as an advocate for JMU Dining’s sustainability initiatives
• Create exceptional experiences by assisting with overall event planning and deployment, which includes set-up, program management, and break-down
• Assist with management of special projects: JMU Dining's Farmer's Market, Wipe Out Waste Events, reusable container program promotion, and other tasks assigned by manager. Act as cashier at weekly farmer’s market
• Assist with maintaining hydroponics grow cabinet
• Assist with promotion and usage of sustainable/local food being purchased
• Connect with campus organizations and identify ways to inform and maintain those relationships
• Position includes some general office work and administrative activities
• Assist with food recovery efforts in the dining halls as a team leader at least once a month
• Any other reasonable requests as detailed by management and in tandem with the events coordinator

At Aramark, developing new skills and doing what it takes to get the job done make a positive impact for our employees and for our customers. In order to meet our commitments, job duties may change or new ones may be assigned without formal notice.

Qualifications

• Must have a team player attitude, be dependable, reliable, and respectable; exemplify leadership qualities and professionalism with excellent customer service skills
• Strong communication skills and a creative mindset are a must
• Comfortable talking with students; outgoing
• Comfortable working independently.
• Physical Demands: Specific physical characteristics and abilities are required to perform work, such as agility, dexterity, and long periods of walking, standing, bending, and carrying or lifting supplies and equipment weighing 10 pounds or more.

Interested candidates:
JMU Students must apply through the Aramark application link. Resumes are required to be considered.

Education

About Aramark

Our Mission

Rooted in service and united by our purpose, we strive to do great things for each other, our partners, our communities, and our planet.

At Aramark, we believe that every employee should enjoy equal employment opportunity and be free to participate in all aspects of the company. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, national origin, age, sex, gender, pregnancy, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information, military status, protected veteran status or other characteristics protected by applicable law.

About Aramark

The people of Aramark proudly serve millions of guests every day through food and facilities in 15 countries around the world. Rooted in service and united by our purpose, we strive to do great things for each other, our partners, our communities, and our planet. We believe a career should develop your talents, fuel your passions, and empower your professional growth. So, no matter what you're pursuing - a new challenge, a sense of belonging, or just a great place to work - our focus is helping you reach your full potential. Learn more about working here at or connect with us on Facebook , Instagram and Twitter .