UNT Clark Bakery – Hourly Dining Associate
UNT Clark Bakery – Hourly Dining Associate
- 513382
- Denton, Texas, United States
- Hourly
Title: UNT Clark Bakery – Hourly Dining Associate
Employee Classification: Non-Pos Hourly Posting Code
Campus: University of North Texas
Division: UNT-Student Affairs
SubDivision-Department: UNT-Dining Service
Department: UNT-Dining Services-163700
Job Location: Denton
Salary: $10.00 an hour
FTE: 0.48
Retirement Eligibility: Not Retirement Eligible
About Us - Values Overview
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
University of North Texas Dining Services is seeking a reliable and detail-oriented Hourly Dining Associate to join the team at UNT Clark Bakery.
In this role, you will play an essential part in supporting daily bakery production and back-of-house bakery operations. Responsibilities may include preparing, assembling, and packaging bakery and food items according to standardized recipes, and assisting with product organization and storage. You will help ensure items are prepared efficiently, safely, and in compliance with food safety and sanitation guidelines.
Additional duties may include maintaining a clean and sanitary workspace, washing and sanitizing equipment and utensils, restocking supplies, and assisting with receiving and storing deliveries. This position requires the ability to follow detailed instructions, adhere to production timelines, and work collaboratively with bakery and dining staff to meet daily operational needs.
The ideal candidate is dependable, organized, and comfortable working in a fast-paced production environment, with a strong commitment to quality, consistency, and safety.
Minimum Qualifications
Ability to follow written and verbal instructions accurately
Basic knowledge of food safety and sanitation practices (or willingness to learn)
Ability to stand for extended periods and perform repetitive tasks
Reliable attendance and punctuality
Ability to work in a fast-paced, team-oriented environment
Knowledge, Skills and Abilities
Previous experience in a bakery, food production, or commercial kitchen setting is preferred but not required.
Preferred Qualifications
Required License/Registration/Certifications
Job Duties
- Package and preparing bakery and meal items
- Maintain cleanliness and sanitation standards
- Support additional bakery and dining operational needs as assigned
Physical Requirements
Communicating with others to exchange information.
Lifting and moving objects up to 20 pounds.
Repetitive motions that may include the wrists, hands and/or fingers.
Environmental Hazards
No adverse environmental conditions expected.
Work Schedule
Hours Vary
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
For information regarding our Benefits, click here.
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.
