Serving Area and Dish Utility Worker
Dickinson CollegeRole Overview
Dickinson College is hiring a mid-level Serving Area and Dish Utility Worker. This is a full-time role in Carlisle. Full responsibilities, required qualifications, and the apply link are listed in the description below.
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Job Description
Posting Details
Dickinson College is a premier four-year residential liberal arts institution chartered in 1783 and widely recognized as a leader in global and sustainability education. Dickinson College is located in Carlisle, named a "most livable city" by Forbes and is minutes from the state capital of Harrisburg. The campus is connected to a vibrant downtown that offers eclectic dining, shopping and entertainment options. Within a two-hour drive are Philadelphia, Baltimore and Washington, D.C.; New York City is three hours away.
Dickinson College offers full-time employees a broad range of benefits, including a comprehensive medical insurance plan, life insurance, flexible spending accounts, generous time off, parental leave, homebuyer assistance, and tuition benefits for eligible employees and dependent children under the age of 24. Upon eligibility, the College contributes 8% of an employee's base salary to a retirement account with an additional .5% matching contribution; all money paid by the college into the employee's retirement plan is immediately and fully vested in the employee.
Below you will find the details for the position, including any supplementary documentation and questions you should review before applying for the opening. To apply for the position, please click the "Apply" for this job link button above.
Position Department
Dining Services - Dining Hall
Job Summary/Basic Function
The Serving Area/Dish Utility Worker is Dining Services direct link to our student customers by interacting with students as they dine and ensuring they have a positive experience. They must maintain neat and sanitary work areas at all times, up to but not limited to all areas of the floor and dish room. They must operate the dish machine and all related equipment according to the guidelines established by the department.
Essential Functions:
- Maintains a neat and sanitary work area at all times, by following all guidelines set by dining services HACCP program.
- Maintains and cleans the serving area and all related areas and equipment.
- Is required to be trained in all areas of the Floor and Dishroom.
- Maintains a safe work area and adheres to all college policies regarding safe work environments.
- This position is designated as "emergency response personnel". "Emergency response personnel" are required to report to work when the college is delayed or closed. They may also be called in at any time of the day to respond to weather and/or other types of emergencies as needed.
Other Functions:
- Must be willing to work occasional holiday dinners and seasonal picnics throughout the academic year. These events occur 2-3 times per semester.
- Must be able to stand up to 3 hours at a time in a buffet line and
assist.
Required Qualifications:
Required: High School Diploma or GED. Previous customer service work in the hospitality or similar industry may substitute for a high school diploma or GED.
Preferred Qualifications
ServSafe certification required or obtain certification within 1 year of hire.
Physical Demands:
Must be able to lift up to 30 pounds at a time. Must be able to stand, stoop, and
bend the entire shift.
EEO/Diversity Statement:
The College is committed to building a representative and diverse faculty, staff, and student body. We encourage applications from all qualified persons.
Frequently Asked Questions
How do I apply for the Serving Area and Dish Utility Worker position at Dickinson College?
Use the Apply button above to submit your application directly to Dickinson College. Most applications take less than 5 minutes if your resume and contact details are ready, and you'll be routed to the employer's official application system to finish.
Where is the Serving Area and Dish Utility Worker position at Dickinson College located?
This position is based in Carlisle. Dickinson College has not indicated remote or hybrid options for this role, so candidates should plan for on-site work.
What does a Serving Area and Dish Utility Worker at Dickinson College earn?
Dickinson College has not disclosed a salary range in this posting. Many employers share specifics later in the interview process; you can also ask during a recruiter screen if compensation transparency is important to you.
When was the Serving Area and Dish Utility Worker role at Dickinson College posted?
This role was posted on May 7, 2026 (48 days ago). It's still listed as actively hiring; we re-confirm openings against the source system multiple times per day and remove closed roles.
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