Employment Opportunities

Panther Dining has many different employment opportunities for our students.   Panther Dining employs nearly 500 students to service the various dining centers. We offer several different types of jobs within dining services.

Your past work experience and availability are very important in the hiring process. We also feel possessing the ability to do food preparation in a high volume environment is a desirable skill along with a great attitude.

Working in a clean, well organized and efficient manor is also something we like to see in our student workers.  Satisfying  customers is very important to us at Panther Dining. If you posses wait staff experience you should consider applying for our Reservation only dining or Panther Catering.  We also have checker positions which involves accurate handling of money and student dining dollar cards.  If you prefer something “behind the senses” we offer dishwashers and kitchen aids. If you would enjoy mingling with our customers we also have line servers, table bussing and positions filling our hot bar and salad bar.  If you’re looking for a fast paced, fun environment, while making money, Panther Dining might be right for you.

To apply for a position with Panther Dining you may submit your application online by clicking the link below. If you are unable to do so, please contact Karen Guthridge at 217-581-5733.  

Please reapply each semester if you weren’t chosen for a position at Panther Dining.   If for any reason you have to leave our employment, other than during school breaks, you must reapply. 

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