Job Description

We’re Hiring: Full-Time Caterer at University of New Hampshire!Join Our Culinary Team!At UNH, we believe food brings people together—and we’re passionate about creating memorable dining experiences for our students, faculty, staff, and guests. As a caterer, you’ll be an essential part of campus life, preparing and delivering meals for events that range from casual luncheons to formal receptions.If you love food, enjoy working in a fast-paced environment, and thrive in a team that values collaboration and creativity, we’d love to meet you!What You'll DoAssist with food setup, presentation, and clean-up at event sitesEnsure all food is transported, delivered, and stored following safety and sanitation standardsCollaborate with the conferences and kitchen teams to execute flawless presentationMaintain a positive, customer-focused attitude during serviceTransport food and equipment safely between kitchen and event locationsWhat We’re Looking ForPrior experience in food preparation, catering, or kitchen work (preferred)A passion for hospitality and excellent customer serviceStrong teamwork and communication skillsAbility to lift up to 50 lbs and stand for extended periodsFlexibility to work early mornings, evenings, or weekends as neededFood Handler’s Certificate or ServSafe Certification (or willingness to obtain) Why Work With Us?Be part of a welcoming, student-centered campus communityEnjoy consistent full-time hours with a strong benefits package including free tuitionAccess to professional development and training opportunitiesFree meals while on shiftPaid holidays, vacation, and sick leaveBeautiful campus setting with events that keep things excitingReady to Apply?If you're passionate about food and hospitality and want to make a difference in a vibrant university setting, we want to hear from you!Applicant InstructionsApplicants should be prepared to upload the following documents when applying online within the Resume/Cover Letter section of your application:Resume/CVContact Information for 3 Professional ReferencesThe University of New Hampshire is an R1 Carnegie classification research institution providing comprehensive, high-quality undergraduate and graduate programs of distinction. UNH is located in Durham on a 188-acre campus, 60 miles north of Boston and 8 miles from the Atlantic coast and is convenient to New Hampshire’s lakes and mountains. There is a student enrollment of 13,000 students, with a full-time faculty of over 600, offering 90 undergraduate and more than 70 graduate programs. The University actively promotes a dynamic learning environment in which qualified individuals of differing perspectives, life experiences, and cultural backgrounds pursue academic goals with mutual respect and shared inquiry.EEO StatementThe University System of New Hampshire is an Equal Opportunity/Equal Access employer. The University System is committed to creating an environment that values and supports diversity and inclusiveness across our campus communities and encourages applications from qualified individuals who will help us achieve this mission. The University System prohibits discrimination on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, age, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, disability, genetic information, veteran status, or marital status.Compensation Pay Range$14.07 - $23.09The pay range for this position is listed above. Actual offer will be based on skills, qualifications, experience, and internal equity, in addition to relevant business considerations. More information on benefits can be found here: USNH Employee Benefits | Human ResourcesLocation:Durham

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