Part-Time Student Front Desk Assistant, Jewish Culture Center

JEWISH CULTURE CENTER (BL-JCC-IUBLA)

The Office of Student Life is focused on building a strong foundation to ensure every student's Indiana University experience is positive, safe, healthy, and meaningful. The Office of Student Life staff and multiple departments aim to help students navigate their time at IU, providing the tools they need to be successful in school and after graduation. Students are our priority, and their health, safety, and overall well-being are our core mission.

The Indiana University Jewish Culture Center is a vibrant hub dedicated to enriching Jewish student life and educating the broader campus community about Jewish culture, tradition, and identity. Established in partnership with the Office of Student Life and located in the IU Hillel building, the center serves as both a cultural resource and a welcoming community space for students, faculty, staff, and visitors.

Its mission is to ensure Jewish students have opportunities to develop leadership potential, connect meaningfully with Judaism, and engage in academic, cultural, social, and community-based experiences.

• Serves as the primary greeter at the front desk, welcoming students and visitors in a friendly, professional manner.
• Monitors and manages front desk operations, including answering the door and maintaining a welcoming environment.
• Facilitates student check-in processes and maintain accurate sign-in records.
• Responds to general inquiries and provide basic information about the Jewish Culture Center and Hillel programs.
• Provides administrative support, including light clerical tasks and general office assistance as needed.
• Assists with event and program logistics, including set-up and break-down of materials and spaces.
• Delivers high-quality customer service and contribute to a positive experience for all visitors.
• Assists with additional tasks or special projects as assigned.
• Supports kitchen-related tasks during programs or events.
• Cooks and assembles menu items following established standards.
• Washes dishes, utensils, and kitchen equipment; maintain proper sanitation practices.
• Assists cooks and other kitchen staff during meal service as needed.
• Ensuring the kitchen is stocked with necessary supplies and cooking equipment, promptly notify supervisors of low inventory or equipment issues.
• Maintains a clean and functional kitchen by cleaning equipment, appliances, and work areas, removing trash, and sanitizing garbage containers.

EDUCATION

Required

• Currently enrolled as a student at Indiana University

Preferred

WORK EXPERIENCE

• Customer Service experience
• Prior experience in an office setting
• Food service or teamwork experience

Skills

Required

• Strong organizational, written, and verbal communication skills
• Working knowledge of Microsoft Office software especially Word, Outlook and Excel
• Comfortable interacting with a variety of people in professional or campus settings
• Professionalism, dependability, and respect for others
• Experience working independently on tasks
• Situational awareness

Preferred

• Knowledge of preparation methods and practices for a variety of foods, and knowledge of basic kitchen sanitation methods and food safety practices

This role requires the ability to effectively communicate and to operate a computer and other standard office productivity equipment. The position involves sedentary work as well as periods of time moving around an office environment and the campus. The person in this role must be able to perform the essential functions with or without an accommodation.

Position available to start work on Monday, August 17, 2026 based on candidate availability

The Office Of Student Life Is Committed To Building Students Build Career Readiness And Workforce Skills. Student Employment Offers Practical Experience To Apply Learning, Build Real-world Skills, And Develop Competencies Valued By Employers. Each Role Supports National Association Of Colleges And Employers (NACE) Career Competencies, With Emphasis On Those Most Relevant To The Position:

• Career and Self-Development
• Communication
• Critical Thinking
• Leadership
• Professionalism
• Teamwork
• Technology

These are transferable workforce skills you can add to your resume and use in any career path.

Bloomington, Indiana.

This is an in-person position.

Monday - Thursday, 5:00 pm - 9:00 pm

Friday, 3:00 pm - 9:00 pm

16 hours per week with additional hours available based on availability and department needs

No more than 29 hours per week across all IU jobs.

For full-time staff employees, Indiana University offers a wide array of benefits including:

• Comprehensive medical and dental insurance
• Health savings account with generous IU contributions
• Healthcare and dependent care flexible spending accounts
• Basic group life insurance paid by IU
• Voluntary supplemental life, long-term disability, critical illness, and supplemental accidental death & dismemberment insurance
• Base retirement plan with generous IU contributions, subject to vesting
• Voluntary supplemental retirement plan options
• Tuition subsidy for employees and family…