Campus Dining Service Specialist I

Michigan State University; East Lansing (MI); On-site; USD 1,653,000 - 2,204,000; Part time

Job summary

Michigan State University is seeking a Dining Service Worker I to be the face of our residential dining halls, prepping and serving fresh meals while engaging with students, faculty and staff. Position involves collaborating with our culinary team, managing service lines, and upholding hygiene standards.

Hours cover daytime shifts on campus in East Lansing, with physical duties including occasional lifting. This role offers hands-on culinary experience in a vibrant university environment.

Qualifications

• Casual knowledge of food ingredients and correct preparation and serving techniques is necessary.
• One-year satisfactory experience as a worker in a food related area or an equivalent combination of education and experience is desirable.
• Willingness to work a flexible shift is necessary.
• Standards of personal hygiene consistent with sanitation rules and regulations is necessary.
• Occasional lifting of 26 to 75 pounds is required.

Responsibilities

• Craft & Create: Prep, organize, and stock vibrant salad bars, hot and cold food stations, and exciting made-to-order service lines.
• Collaborate Daily: Work side-by-side with our culinary team to combine ingredients, portion dishes, and serve guests directly from active stations.
• Own Your Station: Maintain sustainability by applying proper food handling and storage techniques to reduce waste and spoilage.
• Connect with Community: Serve as a welcoming, friendly face to our diverse student body, faculty, staff, and visitors.

Skills

Food handling basics

Customer service

Flexible shift

Hygiene awareness

Job description

Michigan State University is seeking a Dining Service Worker I to be the face of our residential dining halls, prepping and serving fresh meals while engaging with students, faculty and staff. Position involves collaborating with our culinary team, managing service lines, and upholding hygiene standards.

Hours cover daytime shifts on campus in East Lansing, with physical duties including occasional lifting. This role offers hands-on culinary experience in a vibrant university environment.