Job Details
Temporary/Hourly Pool - Dining
2026-03-16 Central Washington University Ellensburg,WA
Description:
Each department will have individual preferred qualifications for specific jobs.
Pay : Minimum Wage to $22.00 per hour/Dependent on position and experience
Schedule/Hours : To be determined
Additional Information : If you are a current CWU student, please apply to the student employment job opportunities.
T his announcement will be used to develop a pool of applicants for temporary/hourly dining positions through June 15, 2026. Selected applicants may be called on short notice to fill positions on an as-needed basis, however this posting does not imply that a position will be filled or any guarantee that applicants will be contacted.
Working Conditions: Work is performed in a fast paced food service environment where there is typical stress associated with meeting service expectations and performing multiple tasks within established time standards. Work is performed in a fast paced food service environment where there is typical stress associated with meeting service expectations and performing multiple tasks within established time standards.
There is some exposure to hazardous equipment and products found in kitchen environments. Work will be performed around a variety of temperatures ranging from 0 degrees in a freezer to over 350 degrees around cooking equipment. Work requires standing on one's feet in a stationary position or walking around for up to seven to nine hours of the total work day after rest breaks and a meal period.
Additional physical requirements of the position include: pushing utility and hand carts with up to 150 lbs. of supplies around to various work stations; correctly lifting up to 35 lbs. individually from the floor or shelf locations to heights of 48" so products can be poured into smaller containers or put on work tables.
Benefits: Student and Temporary/Hourly positions are eligible to accrue paid sick leave. This leave will accrue at one (1) hour of paid sick leave for every 40 hours of work.
How To Apply
To apply for this position, you must complete the on-line application and attach:
Website: DiningServices
* Please contact Human Resources at ...@cwu.edu or 509-###-#### if you require technical assistance with the on-line application process.
Contact Information
Name: Monique Gonzalez z
Title: Assistant Director, Dining Services
Email: ...@cwu.edu
Phone: 509-###-####
Website: DiningServices
Please contact Human Resources at ...@cwu.edu or 509-###-#### if you require technical assistance with the on-line application process.
Conditions of Employment
Background Check/Reference Check Process:
Prior to employment, final candidate(s) will be required to sign a Sexual Misconduct disclosure in pursuant to RCW 28B.112.080 and submit to a background check. All information obtained through background investigations will be strictly confidential and revealed only to those required to have access.
Some temporary/hourly positions may become part of a bargaining unit depending upon the position.
Notice to Prospective Employees:
Affirmative Action/Equal Opportunity Statement
Central Washington University is an EEO/AA/Title IX Institution. Central Washington University's policies and practices affirm and actively promote the rights of all individuals to equal opportunity in education and employment. Discrimination on the basis of race, color, creed, religion, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity and gender expression, age, marital status, disability, or status as a protected veteran is prohibited. The university provides an internal procedure for reporting discrimination and affords protection against retaliation for participating in the complaint process. Central Washington University complies with all applicable federal, state, and local laws, regulations, and executive orders including when soliciting bids and in the fulfillment of all contracts with governmental agencies. Direct related inquiries to Civil Rights Compliance , 202 Barge Hall, Ellensburg, WA 98926-7501; Telephone 509-###-####; or email ...@cwu.edu.
Reasonable Accommodations
Central Washington University provides reasonable accommodations to qualified individuals with disabilities who are employees or applicants for employment. Employment opportunities will not be denied because of the need to make reasonable accommodations for a qualified individual with a disability. If you need assistance or accommodation in applying because of a disability, please contact Human Resources at ...@cwu.edu or call 509-###-####. This job announcement and other material on this site will be made available in alternate formats upon request to an individual with a disability.
Annual Security and Fire Safety Report (Clery Act)
For the Central Washington University Annual Security and Fire Safety Report (i.e. Clery Report) which includes statistics about reported crimes and information about campus security policies, available online here or call CWU Police and Parking Services at 509-###-#### for a paper copy.
CWU is accepting applications for individuals to perform work in Dining Services. These positions are designated as temporary/hourly positions .
For student employment opportunities please apply to the student Dining Services positions.
Positions may include:
- Cook Assistant
- Dietician
- Kitchen Assistant
- Server Assistant
- Other positions as needed
Job Duties
Each department will assign job duties specific to their needs.
Minimum Qualifications
Each department will have individual required qualifications for specific jobs. However, in general dining jobs require:
- Prior experience in a food service environment
- Possession of, or eligible for, a food handler¿s permit
Each department will have individual preferred qualifications for specific jobs.
- Highlighting prior dining related experience and applicable education/training in your application materials will make your application stronger.
Pay : Minimum Wage to $22.00 per hour/Dependent on position and experience
Schedule/Hours : To be determined
Additional Information : If you are a current CWU student, please apply to the student employment job opportunities.
T his announcement will be used to develop a pool of applicants for temporary/hourly dining positions through June 15, 2026. Selected applicants may be called on short notice to fill positions on an as-needed basis, however this posting does not imply that a position will be filled or any guarantee that applicants will be contacted.
Working Conditions: Work is performed in a fast paced food service environment where there is typical stress associated with meeting service expectations and performing multiple tasks within established time standards. Work is performed in a fast paced food service environment where there is typical stress associated with meeting service expectations and performing multiple tasks within established time standards.
There is some exposure to hazardous equipment and products found in kitchen environments. Work will be performed around a variety of temperatures ranging from 0 degrees in a freezer to over 350 degrees around cooking equipment. Work requires standing on one's feet in a stationary position or walking around for up to seven to nine hours of the total work day after rest breaks and a meal period.
Additional physical requirements of the position include: pushing utility and hand carts with up to 150 lbs. of supplies around to various work stations; correctly lifting up to 35 lbs. individually from the floor or shelf locations to heights of 48" so products can be poured into smaller containers or put on work tables.
Benefits: Student and Temporary/Hourly positions are eligible to accrue paid sick leave. This leave will accrue at one (1) hour of paid sick leave for every 40 hours of work.
How To Apply
To apply for this position, you must complete the on-line application and attach:
- Resume including work history, education, training; and
- Contact information for three professional references.
Website: DiningServices
* Please contact Human Resources at ...@cwu.edu or 509-###-#### if you require technical assistance with the on-line application process.
Contact Information
Name: Monique Gonzalez z
Title: Assistant Director, Dining Services
Email: ...@cwu.edu
Phone: 509-###-####
Website: DiningServices
Please contact Human Resources at ...@cwu.edu or 509-###-#### if you require technical assistance with the on-line application process.
Conditions of Employment
Background Check/Reference Check Process:
Prior to employment, final candidate(s) will be required to sign a Sexual Misconduct disclosure in pursuant to RCW 28B.112.080 and submit to a background check. All information obtained through background investigations will be strictly confidential and revealed only to those required to have access.
Some temporary/hourly positions may become part of a bargaining unit depending upon the position.
Notice to Prospective Employees:
Affirmative Action/Equal Opportunity Statement
Central Washington University is an EEO/AA/Title IX Institution. Central Washington University's policies and practices affirm and actively promote the rights of all individuals to equal opportunity in education and employment. Discrimination on the basis of race, color, creed, religion, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity and gender expression, age, marital status, disability, or status as a protected veteran is prohibited. The university provides an internal procedure for reporting discrimination and affords protection against retaliation for participating in the complaint process. Central Washington University complies with all applicable federal, state, and local laws, regulations, and executive orders including when soliciting bids and in the fulfillment of all contracts with governmental agencies. Direct related inquiries to Civil Rights Compliance , 202 Barge Hall, Ellensburg, WA 98926-7501; Telephone 509-###-####; or email ...@cwu.edu.
Reasonable Accommodations
Central Washington University provides reasonable accommodations to qualified individuals with disabilities who are employees or applicants for employment. Employment opportunities will not be denied because of the need to make reasonable accommodations for a qualified individual with a disability. If you need assistance or accommodation in applying because of a disability, please contact Human Resources at ...@cwu.edu or call 509-###-####. This job announcement and other material on this site will be made available in alternate formats upon request to an individual with a disability.
Annual Security and Fire Safety Report (Clery Act)
For the Central Washington University Annual Security and Fire Safety Report (i.e. Clery Report) which includes statistics about reported crimes and information about campus security policies, available online here or call CWU Police and Parking Services at 509-###-#### for a paper copy.