For instance, he fills out applications for other jobs while on his break. This affects the attitude of all. As for other students, some don't like the atmosphere, some don't like the job, some get fired. Simmons noted that, anecdotally, for every 5 students hired in Dining, 2-3 are terminated. Dining Services has trouble filling staff positions and sometimes will need to make up the difference by hiring more students.
Management can get frustrated and it trickles down.
They pay well, and pay more for odd hours. Simmons said that right now, they do not have a data picture of where students of color work. That could be forthcoming, with the help of Institutional Research. There is a perception that Dining Services does not often promote students of color. Simmons said no, that is not compiled.