We're thrilled to celebrate University of California Berkeley Dining as one of Instawork's "Best Places for Flexible Work" winners for 2025! This prestigious award recognizes businesses that are setting the gold standard for flexible work opportunities, and UC Berkeley Dining is leading the way in campus dining innovation.
At Instawork, our mission is to connect businesses with skilled professionals through flexible opportunities that work for everyone. UC Berkeley Dining exemplifies this vision, proving that world-class campus dining and meaningful workplace flexibility can create extraordinary experiences for both the university community and the professionals who serve them.
From late-night study fuel to celebratory graduation meals, UC Berkeley Dining is woven into the fabric of the Golden Bear experience. They're committed to providing diverse, high-quality dining options that reflect the incredible diversity of the Cal community while maintaining sustainability and nutritional standards that support student success.
Campus dining presents unique opportunities for flexibility, and UC Berkeley Dining has embraced this to create an exceptional work environment:
Academic Calendar Alignment: UC Berkeley Dining offers scheduling that works with the natural rhythms of university life, providing opportunities for both consistent employment during the academic year and flexible arrangements during breaks and summer sessions.
Diverse Roles: From food preparation and customer service to catering and special events, team members can explore different aspects of campus dining while building comprehensive hospitality and food service skills.
Community Integration: UC Berkeley Dining creates opportunities for team members to become part of the broader Cal community, fostering connections with students, faculty, and staff while contributing to campus traditions and events.
Multi-Location Opportunities: With dining facilities spread across the expansive Berkeley campus—from residential halls like Crossroads and Café 3 to retail locations like the Golden Bear Café—team members can choose locations that best fit their commute and schedule preferences.
Workers consistently report that UC Berkeley Dining's flexible approach has enabled them to balance work with education, pursue academic goals, and be part of a vibrant intellectual community while gaining valuable experience in food service and hospitality management.
UC Berkeley Dining distinguishes itself by understanding that great campus dining comes from engaged, empowered team members who feel connected to the university's mission of excellence and innovation. They've created an environment where flexibility enhances rather than compromises service quality, proving that when you invest in your people, everyone wins.
Their commitment to both academic support and professional development aligns perfectly with Instawork's values of reliability, flexibility, and opportunity. UC Berkeley Dining doesn't just feed the campus community—they nourish careers and create pathways for both academic and professional success.
Congratulations to UC Berkeley Dining on this well-deserved recognition. They're not just serving meals—they're serving the future, one flexible opportunity at a time. Go Bears! 🐻💙💛
Learn more about Instawork's Best Places for Flexible Work 2025 Awards and see the full list of winners.
