Snack Bar Lead - Catering

Eastern Washington University

WA

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JOB DETAILS

SALARY

$3,566.52–$4,632

SKILLS

Animal Training, Background Investigation, Calendar Management, Catering Services, Child Protection/Welfare, Cook Dishes, Customer Support/Service, Disability Accommodations, Driver's License, Energy Efficiency, Equipment Maintenance/Repair, Ethnology, Event Management, Federal Laws and Regulations, Fishing, Food Safety, Food Services, Genetics, HIV/AIDS (Acquired Immune Deficiency Syndrome), Health Science, Hepatitis C, High School Diploma, Inventory Management, Language Teaching, Leadership, Lift/Move 50 Pounds, Military, Order Picking/Packing, Physical Therapy, Record Keeping, Safety Standards, Sanitation, Staff Training, State Laws and Regulations, Team Player, Vaccination, Waitressing

LOCATION

POSTED

17 days ago

Posting Details

Working Title Snack Bar Lead - Catering Posting Number 2026024CP

Position Information

Classification Code 4674O RCW Exemption Criteria No Exemption EWU Position Number C99570 FLSA Non-Exempt Bargaining Unit BU 1 % Full Time 100 Salary / Wage Range CS - 37X Salary Information

The salary for this position is $42,797 (minimum) up to $55,584. As this is a .92% position, the annual salary will be prorated accordingly. The monthly salary for this position is $3,566.52 - $4,632.

Anticipated Start Date 8/1/2026 Term of Appointment 11 months Location Cheney campus County Spokane Project Description

N/A

Project Duration N/A Background Check Yes - Both Responsible HR User Responsible HR User Email address zjankovsky@ewu.edu

Position Details

Job Summary

We are currently seeking skilled and team-oriented applicants for the following position: Snack Bar Lead - Catering. Under general direction employee may assume the lead role and provide general supervision of catered events.

Employee will review and maintain event records; participate in meetings and discussions; plan and organize; serve food and provide excellent customer service; perform event follow-up activities; maintain catering equipment and Dining Services facilities.
Duties will include planning and organizing catered events,
Requisitioning products and equipment,
Coordinating product pick-up and delivery,
Directing other food service employees,
Maintaining safety and sanitation standards.
Required skills: customer service, organization, communication, self-motivation.
This a is 11 month cyclic position with the possibility to pick up shifts during cyclic time off.

EWU is committed to supporting and promoting a workforce that is welcoming to all and encourages applicants of all backgrounds to apply for this position.

Where the hired candidate will begin within this range is dependent on education, experience, and skills.

In addition to salary, the university offers a comprehensive benefits package including health insurance, life and disability insurance and retirement. In addition, EWU offers generous vacation and sick leave accruals, 13 paid holidays per year and fringe benefits, such as tuition waiver for employees and eligible family members, discounted EWU sports tickets, full access to our campus workout facilities at a minimum fee and free transportation through STA buses. For additional information regarding insurance benefits please see our Benefits page: https://inside.ewu.edu/hr/benefits/insurance/ .

Applications are open and accepted until recruitment is closed. Screening of applications will begin immediately. A three-day notice will be provided prior to closure of recruitment. All materials will be held in strictest confidence; references will not be contacted until candidates have been notified.

Eastern Washington University provides an inclusive, equitable, and transformative learning experience, driving the pursuit of knowledge with affordable academic excellence.

About Eastern Washington University

Eastern Washington University, a regional, comprehensive public university with an enrollment of over 10,000 students, is one of six state-funded four-year institutions of higher education in Washington, each governed by its own board of trustees. As the region's polytechnic, we are recognized for our distinctive approach to hands-on learning that leads to in-demand careers. EWU's 300-acre main campus is located in Cheney, a community of 12,000 residents 16 miles southwest of Washington's second largest city, Spokane. Eastern also offers programs in downtown Spokane at the innovative, energy-efficient Catalyst building, the SIERR building which is a hub for research, development and advancement of health sciences, and at Riverpoint, a campus shared with Washington State University. In addition, EWU programs can be found at select locations throughout the state, aligned with the needs of the community. Eastern contributes to the vitality of the region and the state through its wide array of bachelor's and master's degrees in over 100 fields of study, as well as applied doctorates in physical therapy and educational leadership, offering accessible pathways to career success and personal development to students of all socioeconomic and cultural backgrounds.

Eastern Washington University has been recognized for its commitment to helping undergraduate students learn, grow and succeed by Colleges of Distinction, a nationally trusted resource guide for college-bound students. The honor recognizes Eastern as a '24-'25 College of Distinction (CoD).

Money magazine recently named EWU as one of its Best Colleges in America 2024.

Tribal Land Acknowledgement

At Eastern Washington University, we are proud to recognize the land of the Spokane Tribe and other tribes that shared the land for fishing and trading. The Spokane Tribe, Coeur d'Alene Tribe, Confederated Tribes of the Colville Reservation, the Kalispel Tribe, and the Nez Perce Tribe are integral to the cultural heritage and traditional ethnological knowledge of the land.

Native American heritage is woven into the fabric of our institution, enriching our community through tribal culture, historical teachings, and tribal language, and is embraced daily by students, staff, faculty, and the Eastern Washington community.

At EWU, we are committed to reflecting on and acknowledging the historical injustices of genocide and the forced removal of tribal peoples and all our relatives. EWU recognizes and honors tribal sovereignty and government to government relationships with tribes.

From here forward, EWU will remain committed to supporting, honoring, and recognizing the Native American community and the dynamic contributions that are shared with our university.

Equal Opportunity Statement

EWU does not discriminate in its programs and activities on the basis of race, color, creed, religion, national origin, citizenship or immigration status, sex, pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender identity/expression, genetic information, age, marital status, families with children, protected veteran or military status, HIV or hepatitis C, status as a mother breastfeeding her child, or the presence of any sensory, mental, or physical disability or the use of a trained guide dog or service animal by a person with a disability, as provided for and to the extent required by state and federal laws.

Conditions of Employment

This position, during the course of university employment will be involved in the receipt of, or accountability for, university funds or other items of value, as well as the unsupervised access with the developmentally disabled, vulnerable adults or children under the age of 16. The offer of employment is contingent upon successful completion and passing of a background check prior to beginning employment.

Applicants must be authorized to work for ANY employer in the U.S. We are unable to sponsor or take over sponsorship of an employment Visa currently. Sponsorship is not available for this position at this time.

All new employees must comply with EWU Immunization Policy 602-02 and provide proof of immunity or vaccination to MMR before beginning work at EWU. Waivers for the immunization requirements are available for medical or sincerely held religious beliefs.

This position is covered by the Eastern Washington University Police Guild

https://in.ewu.edu/hr/wp-content/uploads/sites/40/2025/11/FOP-2025-2027-CBA.pdf

After starting employment, employees will complete the required training via Canvas. The Office of Employee Belonging, Development, and Leadership will reach out to you concerning Workplace Belonging training and asynchronous New Employee Orientation..

Note: Interviews might be conducted via Zoom (camera must be enabled). If so, candidates must be able to demonstrate competence using Zoom and other technologies.

Physical Demands

The successful candidate must be able to stand for the duration of their shift and occasionally lift up to 50 pounds.
If you would like to obtain a copy of the Essential Functions Analysis form, which describes the physical and mental demands of the position, please contact Zach Jankovsky at zjankovsky@ewu.edu.

Pre-Placement Physical No Hearing Test No Medical Monitoring Post Hire No Protective Equipment

Chef Coats, Aprons, Hot pads, Non-slip shoes. University, local, regional and state mandates for public and personal protection should be followed as needed.

Required Qualifications

Food Handler's Permit
One year experience in high volume or institutional food preparation and serving
High School Diploma or GED
Experience delivering excellent customer service
Valid Driver's License
Demonstrated ability to apply a responsive and flexible approach that is supportive of the needs including universal access of our students, faculty, staff and the public

Preferred Qualifications

One (1) year of college or university food service experience preferred
One (1) year of catering experience preferred
One (1) year of fine dining experience preferred

Other Skills and Abilities

Note: The above job description is a general outline of the duties and responsibilities typically associated with this position. Specific tasks and responsibilities may vary based on the needs of the department and institution.

Work Schedule Type Floating Work Schedule

40 hours per week. 2 consecutive days off. Daily hours may vary during a work week. Weekends and evenings may be part of the schedule. Please note that evening shift is eligible for a shift premium.

Posting Date 06/15/2026 Open Until Further Notice No Closing Date Screening to Begin Immediately Special Instructions to Applicants

It is strongly recommended that you print a copy of these instructions and the position posting before you begin to complete the online application, as the instructions will not be viewable once you begin the application process.

Required documentation includes all of the items listed below.

Attach a detailed cover letter in which you explain how you meet each of the required qualifications [and preferred qualifications, if applicable]. It is preferred that you provide the information in a bulleted list or as a table within your cover letter.
Attach a chronological resume including work history and major duties, education, and any specialized training or skills related to the position. List at least 3 professional references including: names, titles, organization name, phone numbers, email addresses, and connection to you (these can be identical to the references listed on the application).
Complete the online application form and respond to the online questions, if applicable.
Mission Statement Response - EWU's mission is to provide an inclusive, equitable, and transformative learning experience, driving the pursuit of knowledge with affordable academic excellence. We are committed to serving first-generation, Pell-eligible students. How would you contribute to this mission?
Please do not upload resumes that include photos of yourself.

Application Types Accepted Application

Job Duties

% of Time 40 Responsibility / Duty

Participate and lead food service employees in the service of food during catered events.