Student: Weekend Server

Posting Details

Posting Details

Job Title Student: Weekend Server Requisition Number SE04435 Department Name 3J5SE: Student Employment Work Location Lexington, KY On Campus/Off Campus Off Campus Salary Range $2.15 + Tips Type of Position Student Position Time Status Part-Time Preferred Education/Experience

• Experience serving breakfast or brunch, previous restaurant serving experience preferred but not required

Hours per Week

7-15

Available Saturdays and Sundays from 7:30 a.m. until approximately 3:00 p.m.

Job Summary

You must be a current UK student to apply for this position. This position is located off-campus with a local Lexington employer and is not affiliated with UK.

We are looking for an experienced, dependable server to join our weekend team. Applicants must be available Saturdays and Sundays and comfortable working in a fast-paced breakfast and lunch environment. Responsibilities include greeting guests, taking orders accurately, delivering food and drinks, handling payments, maintaining a clean section, and working as a team to provide friendly and attentive service. Previous serving experience is preferred.

Skills / Knowledge / Abilities

REQUIRED Skills, Knowledge, and Abilities

• Excellent customer service and communication skills
• Ability to work efficiently in a fast-paced environment
• Accurate order taking and cash handling
• Ability to manage multiple tables at once
• Strong teamwork and a positive attitude
• Dependable and punctual
• Ability to stand for extended periods

PREFERRED Skills, Knowledge, and Abilities

• Strong multitasking and time-management skills
• Knowledge of basic food safety and sanitation
• Experience handling cash and credit-card payments
• Ability to anticipate guests' needs
• Friendly, outgoing personality
• Ability to remain calm and organized during busy shifts

Deadline to Apply 08/19/2026 Our University Community

We value the well-being of each of our employees and are dedicated to creating a healthy place for everyone to work, learn and live. In the interest of maintaining a safe and healthy environment for our students, employees, patients and visitors, the University of Kentucky is a Tobacco & Drug Free campus.

The University follows both the federal and state Constitutions as well as all applicable federal and state laws on nondiscrimination. The University provides equal opportunities for qualified persons in all aspects of institutional operations and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, ethnic origin, religion, creed, age, physical or mental disability, veteran status, uniformed service, political belief, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, pregnancy, marital status, genetic information or social or economic status.

Any candidate offered a position may be required to pass pre-employment screenings as mandated by University of Kentucky Human Resources. These screenings may include a national background check and/or drug screen.

Anticipated Start Date 08/08/2026

Posting Specific Questions

Required fields are indicated with an asterisk (*).

• You must be a UK student to hold this position. Are you a UK student?

• Yes

• No

• This position is located off campus and is not associated with the University of Kentucky. Are you eligible to work an off campus job?

• Yes

• No

• This position requires additional steps after submitting your application. You will receive an email with instructions to apply directly with a third-party non-UK employer. Do you understand that you must follow the instructions in that email to complete your application?

• Yes

• No