Earn While You Learn
Earn money, have fun, make new friends, and work at a convenient location. Work a minimum of four meals per week (or 8 hours per week at the Illini Union). It couldn't be easier! Schedules are flexible and salaries start at $8.50 an hour. A meal is provided for each shift worked, and a free uniform is also provided (you must work an entire semester).
Come work with us!
View our Dining Student Staff video.
Getting Hired
As a new student employee you must bring your current student ID card, your financial aid award letter (if any), and a valid Social Security card to the dining service area where you would like to work. If you do not have a Social Security card, bring either a certified birth certificate or a passport with you.
International students with J-1 status will be able to work until the expiration date on their passport, visa document (I-20, IAP-66, or DS-2019), or letter of work permission, whichever comes first. F-1 status students, with valid authorization, may only work in a job directly related to their field of study and may work up until the expiration date on the employement authorization document (EAD).
Dining Service Locations
Residence Halls
Busey-Evans
333-9222
1111 W. Nevada, Urbana
Florida Avenue
333-0843
1001 W. College Ct., Urbana
Gregory Drive
333-3670
201 E. Gregory Dr., Champaign
Illinois Street
333-7530
1010 W. Illinois St., Urbana
Lincoln/Allen
333-0310
1005 S. Lincoln Ave. Urbana
Peabody Drive
333-1290
206 E. Peabody Dr., Champaign
Pennsylvania Ave.
333-2160
906 W. College Ct. Urbana
Illini Union
Illini Union—Dining/Catering Employment
333-0700
1401 W. Green St., Rm. 165
What kind of work is it?
Residence Halls
Student employees assist with the preparation and service of meals. There are a variety of positions and work hours available from early morning to late night.
Illini Union
Student employees assist with the cashiering, preparation, service, and sanitation of meals served in the Ballroom and at Caterings.