Dining and Retail Services - Cambridge Residential Staff (Fall 2026)

WE NEED MORE CAFE STAFF MEMBERS! NEW POSITIONS HAVE OPENED UP!  Apply to join our team for Fall 2026! 

If you want a job conveniently located close to campus with a flexible schedule and short 4-to-6-hour shifts, then a DRS Staff position is perfect for you!    

** Hiring for Cambridge Commons Café.

**Students will be contacted based off their availability   

** No experience required; we provide training! 

What you will gain:  

• Customer service skills 
• Time management skills 
• Teamwork skills 
• An opportunity to connect with other UWM students 
• An opportunity to move into Lead positions 

Join our team! Students can work 7 days/week, up to 25 hours/week (20 hours/week for international students). Unit supervisors work around your class schedule. 

Free transportation to and from Cambridge is provided by the UWM shuttle service. 

If you are interested in learning more about either role, check out the duties and requirements below! 

HOURS 

Must have availability to work 10-15 hours/week 

Morning, afternoon, nights 

Weekend availability required 

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS 

• Assisting with all phases of food preparation for salads, sandwiches, beverages, entrees, soups, and specialty items   
• Creating a welcoming environment for guests and providing excellent customer service    
• Maintain sanitation standards and portion control per supervisor instructions     
• Set up serving stations that include utensils, food, dishes, supplies, and condiments     
• Maintain beverage station dispensers and refill as necessary     
• Replenish condiments and serving utensils     
• Stock necessary items using FIFO (First-in First-out) stocking procedures  
• Cashiering duties  
• Dish room duties  
• Other duties as assigned

POSITION QUALIFICATIONS   

• Individuals are UWM students that are currently enrolled in classes and are willing to learn     
• Available to work weekend shifts   
• Must be responsible and reliable     
• Can work quickly, accurately, and maintain a pleasant disposition.      
• Ability to lift 40 lbs. repeatedly      
• Stand for a minimum of 4 hours continuously     
• Utilize kitchen tools safely     
• Maneuver throughout a kitchen environment     

PYSICAL DEMANDS 

• Stand (Constantly)  
• Walk (Frequently)  
• Reach outward (Frequently)  
• Reach above shoulder (Occasionally)  
• Lift/Carry 40+ lbs (Occasionally) 
• Push/Pull 20+lbs (Occasionally)  

 PANTHER EDGE COMPENTENCIES  

Critical Thinking: Students learn to analyze and evaluate information which helps them navigate complex situations and address challenges.  

Leadership: Using communication, decision-making, and other skills, students learn to guide, motivate, and direct teams toward success.  

CONTACT / APPLICATION INFORMATION  

A candidate's availability may affect their eligibility for positions. Submit your applications via Handshake.  

***PLEASE ATTACH YOUR FALL 2026 PAWS SCHEDULE. *** Applications will NOT be reviewed if your availability is not provided. ***  

**Not all candidates who apply will be contacted. **