NMU Dining Student Employment

NMU students can find meaningful opportunities at our 11 different dining locations and offices that can support your educational pursuits and lifestyle while also gaining critical professional and personal skills.

Positions are posted throughout the year, updated daily, for jobs in both the academic year and summer. Join the highly motivated team that is more than 700 students strong, and enjoy competitive pay, advancement opportunities and an easy commute. Now hiring at $11/hr.

Before you begin working...

There are a few things that must be completed before you start your story with us. After you have accepted a position at one of our dining outlets please report to the Dining Services Central office - located in the Northern Center to fill out all of the necessary paperwork and obtain your Hire Authorization Card (Green&Gold Card). You will need to bring your original identification documents (Passport or ID and Birth Certificate/Social Security Card) - no photos or photo copies.

Frequently Asked Questions

Click the button above to view available positions and apply online.

Prior experience is great, but not necessary. We will provide you with training and set you up for success.

You must be enrolled for 6 or more credits and be able to provide the employment office with a picture ID and proof of citizenship.

Not necessarily. Employment continuing from semester to semester largely relies on your attendance and your performance.

You must present a picture ID (NMU ID, drivers license, or valid U.S. passport) and proof of citizenship (social security card, birth certificate, or valid U.S. passport.) Please note all documents must be ORIGINAL COPIES – not a copy or scan. Click Here to learn more about acceptable forms of ID required to complete your employment paperwork.

If you are an International Student hired at Dining Services you must call and make an appointment with the Dining Employment office, to complete your work authorization paperwork. We can be reached at 906-227-2496. We work directly with Angie Maki at International Programs to ensure students complete all necessary paperwork.

Student dining employee smiling while on shift.

Join the Ignite Program!

Start your story early with Ignite! As an incoming freshman, you can secure an on-campus job and enjoy early move-in with complimentary meals & more. Beat the crowds and get settled in at a calmer pace, up to 10 days early.

Dining Services will reimburse the cost of early move in fees and meals and you can start earning some extra money right away! This is a great opportunity to secure your on-campus employment that works around your class schedule. Unique experiences and making early social connections are just a few advantages of joining Ignite.

Applications for the Ignite Program will open Summer 2023

Information for Current NMU Dining Employees

Current employees are encouraged to visit the NMU Student Employment website for information related to Dining employment.  Please note that NMU log-in credentials are required.

To view the 2020 Allergen Training, click here. 

Contact Us

stemp@nmu.edu
(906) 227-2522
Office: 1104 Northern Center