Rathskeller Team Member - Memorial Union

Department Overview:

The Wisconsin Union, often referred to as "the heart and soul" of the University of Wisconsin-Madison, has enhanced the lives of members and visitors since it was founded in 1907. Since 1928, when the doors to Memorial Union opened, the Wisconsin Union has served as the living room of the UW-Madison campus. The Union connects students, faculty, staff, members and visitors through shared cultural, social and recreational events and experiences.

Anticipated Hours Per Week

12-16 hours a week

Schedule:

Anticipated Schedule

• Summer Semester 2026. Availability to work weekends and at least 1 closing shift is required on one weekday & weekend.      

Minimum Hour Expectation

• 12 hours per week
• 2 - 3 shifts 
• All shifts are between 4 - 6 hours

 

Unit Hours

All units are open 10:00am - 11:00pm.

Shifts are:

• 11:00AM-3:00PM
• 12:00PM-4:00PM
• 3:00PM-7:00PM
• 4:00PM-8:00PM
• 5:00PM-9:00PM
• 3:00PM-9:00PM
• 7:00PM-11:00PM

 

Unit Location

Rathskeller Units include the Rathskeller, Stiftskeller, Brat Stand and Carte. All units are located in Memorial Union.

Salary/Wage Range:

Hourly $15.00 to $15.00

Number Of Positions

10

Position Summary/Job Duties:

• Each role will have an aspect of cashiering and general customer service
• Handling, cooking and preparing food, including meat*
• Assisting with food and beverage service, including serving alcohol*
• Maintaining a clean work environment

*The Wisconsin Union has other positions that do not require handling of meat or alcohol. Please contact [email protected] for assistance

Qualifications:

• Punctual and reliable
• Ability to work in a team
• Prior food experience helpful, not required
• Requires standing for long periods of time
• Must be enrolled as a student

Student Status

To be eligible for the Wisconsin Union positions, you must be currently enrolled in a college, university, or highschool (at least 16). It is not permissible to hire a person as a student hourly employee if they are taking credits merely to be eligible for student hourly employment. Review UW Policy 5003- Student Hourly Employment for more information. If school is in break period (summer, spring, winter), applicants must intend to enroll in courses the following semester. If you have any questions, please email [email protected]

Physical Demands

Lifting, Standing, Bending, Moving, Carrying

Application Instructions:

Please go to the Union Job Site https://union.studentjobs.wisc.edu/ to apply for this job. NOTE: This job is subject to being removed early. 

Contact:

Org: Wisconsin Union
Email: [email protected]