Our career staff work at a world-class institution and have an impact on the lives of thousands of students every day.
What We’re Looking For
Because University Housing is such a large and diverse operation, our employment opportunities have varied criteria. We have a variety of positions to fit a wide spectrum of knowledge and experience.
We are always looking for talented professionals to join us who are passionate about what they do and eager to make a difference in the lives of students. To learn more about the different areas of University Housing, visit our departments page.
CONTACT US
- Email: hr@housing.wisc.edu
- Phone: 608-262-2766
- Fax: 608-265-8724
New Staff
⚠️ Work with University Housing! Increased Wages! ⚠️
We are excited to announce that University Housing career staff positions start at $17.00 per hour or higher. Career positions also include generous paid leave time and insurance benefits, and some positions offer hiring bonuses! See job postings for details.
Current Openings
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Cook
Cook
Give yourself a raise and apply today! $18.20+ per hour!
In addition to an increased starting rate, we’re also offering a $2,000 to $4,000 hiring bonus for this position!
University Housing is looking for individuals with culinary skills and experience to join our Dining & Culinary Services team. Cooks in University Housing prepare high quality food in residential dining facilities on the UW-Madison campus.
Application Deadline: Open Until Filled
Custodian - University Housing
Custodian – University Housing
Starting rate of $17.00 per hour and a hiring bonus of $1,000 (1st shift) to $2,000 (2nd shift) for this position!
University Housing is looking for energetic individuals with excellent customer service skills to join our custodial teams! Custodians keep University Housing spaces safe and clean for residents, staff and guests. We are a fast-paced organization with high quality standards, and work with residents, students, staff and guests on the UW-Madison campus. Apply today!
Application Deadline: Open Until Filled
Dining Assistant Director - Catering & Support
Dining Assistant Director – Catering & Support
Dining and Culinary Services is looking for an experienced leader to join our Senior Leadership team to lead our catering and support areas of our program.
Dining and Culinary Services is part of the University Housing Division, and focuses primarily on the students that choose to live on campus.
The position of Assistant Director-Catering & Support will lead and oversee the staff and operations of our Catering, Bakeshop, Cook/Chill, and Grab and Go operations. The successful candidate should be forward thinking, creative, and have a strong commitment to leading a team of diverse employees both full time and student.
Application Deadline: February 14, 2023 – 11:55pm
Food Service Assistant - Advanced
Food Service Assistant – Advanced
Give yourself a raise and apply today! $17.50+ per hour!
In addition to an increased starting rate, we’re also offering a $2,000 to $4,000 hiring bonus for this position!
University Housing is looking for individuals with culinary knowledge and experience to join our Dining & Culinary Services team. The Food Service Assistant – Advanced positions helps prepare and serve high quality food in residential dining facilities on the UW-Madison campus.
Application Deadline: Open Until Filled
Food Service Assistant - Advanced (Temporary)
Food Service Assistant – Advanced (Temporary)
Part Time & Full Time positions are available! $18.50 per hour!
We are offering flexible scheduling based on your schedule; Day & Night shifts are available on any day of the week, including weekends!
University Housing is looking for individuals to join our Dining & Culinary Services team on a temporary basis. This position is expected to run through the end of the Fall 2022 semester (December 2022).
The Food Service Assistant position helps prepare and serve high quality food in residential dining facilities on the UW-Madison campus.
Application Deadline: Open Until Filled
Food Service Assistant Manager
Food Service Assistant Manager
University Housing is now hiring! We are looking for motivated leaders to help lead a team of career and student staff in our Dining & Culinary Services department on the UW-Madison campus.
Food Service Assistant Managers help manage the daily operations of the unit, oversee and develop staff, and provide exceptional customer service. We currently have positions available in dining units and in the catering operation.
These positions include generous paid time off and salary starts at $51,000 or higher based on qualifications. Apply today!
Application Deadline: Open Until Filled – 11:55pm
Application Assistance
Please contact us at hr@housing.wisc.edu or 608-262-2766 if you would like assistance with an application.
Don’t have a resume? You can submit a resume or a University Housing Work History Document in the online system!
Blue Collar Multi-Shift Openings
Blue Collar Multi-Shift (BCMS) is the transfer process used for specific blue collar positions that are utilized on multiple shifts within the division. Positions posted through the BCMS process are open to any University Housing employee who currently holds a position in the same title, with some exceptions.
To apply for a BCMS transfer, please select the position and submit an online Transfer Card, or submit a paper Request for Transfer Form to University Housing Human Resources by the deadline.
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Custodian - 2nd Shift - Jones House
Click here to request a BCMS transfer
RHF Custodian 2nd Shift – Jones House
BCMS Request Deadline: February 8, 2023 – 4:30pm
- Position #274440
- Location: Jones House
- Work schedule:
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Week 1: Sunday: Day Off
Monday: 3:00pm – 1:30am
Tuesday: 3:00pm – 1:30am
Wednesday: 3:00pm – 1:30am
Thursday: Day Off
Friday: Day Off
Saturday: 3:00pm – 1:30am
Week 2: Sunday: 3:00pm – 1:30am
Monday: 3:00pm – 1:30am
Tuesday: Day Off
Wednesday: Day Off
Thursday: 3:00pm – 1:30am
Friday: 3:00pm – 1:30am
Saturday: Day Off
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Cook - Gordon Market
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Cook – Gordon Market
BCMS Request Deadline: February 9, 2023 – 4:30pm
- Position #274521
- Location: Gordon Market, Gordon Dining & Event Center
- Work schedule:
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Week 1: Sunday: Day Off
Monday: 9:00am – 5:30pm
Tuesday: 9:00am – 5:30pm
Wednesday: 9:00am – 5:30pm
Thursday: Day Off
Friday: 9:00am – 5:30pm
Saturday: 9:00am – 5:30pm
Week 2: Sunday: 9:00am – 5:30pm
Monday: Day Off
Tuesday: 9:00am – 5:30pm
Wednesday: 9:00am – 5:30pm
Thursday: 9:00am – 5:30pm
Friday: 9:00am – 5:30pm
Saturday: Day Off
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University Housing is an essential services provider and all University Housing employees are part of this commitment to our residents and guests. University Housing is unique from many other state agencies and university departments because we cannot close as our services must be maintained at all times.
University Housing values diversity and is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer.