Case Kitchen Sanitation Worker

MSU - Michigan State University; East Lansing (MI); On-site; USD 17,000 - 22,000; Full time

Job summary

MSU - Michigan State University is seeking a Case Kitchen Sanitation Worker to keep serving equipment, cookware, and facilities impeccably clean and sanitized. This role supports a clean, safe dining environment and operates in Case Hall. Hours include varied shifts: Monday through Wednesday 11:00 a.m.

to 7:30 p.m., Thursday 6:00 a.m. to 2:30 p.m., and weekend coverage as production demands change. No prior kitchen experience is required beyond basic cleaning knowledge; a growth mindset is

Qualifications

• Casual knowledge of cleaning materials, equipment, and methods.
• Willingness to work a flexible shift.
• Frequent lifting of over 75 pounds is required.

Responsibilities

• Maintain cleanliness of serving equipment and cookware.
• Sanitize kitchen facilities to high standards.
• Assist with routine cleaning tasks per schedule.

Skills

Cleaning basics

Flexible scheduling

Heavy lifting

Job description

Working/Functional Title

Case Kitchen Sanitation Worker

Position Summary

Join our dynamic team as a Kitchen Sanitation Worker! In this vital role, you will be the backbone of our kitchen operations, ensuring our serving equipment, cookware, and facilities are spotless and sanitized to the highest standards. If you take pride in creating a safe, clean environment and thrive in a team-focused atmosphere, we want you on our team! Position location: Case Hall.

All positions in RHS are designated as critical status. In the event of a university closure, modification, or suspension of operations due to snow or other emergency condition, you will be expected to make all reasonable attempts to report to work as scheduled for the duration of the closure/suspension. If you have an approved remote work agreement to work a portion of your normally scheduled work hours remotely, you may be called upon to work on-site to serve the MSU community.

Minimum Requirements

• Casual knowledge of cleaning materials, equipment, and methods is necessary.
• Willingness to work a flexible shift is necessary.
• Frequent lifting of over 75 pounds is required.

Desired Qualifications

• Cleaning Expertise: Direct experience handling commercial cleaning materials, chemical sanitizers, and heavy-duty dishwashing equipment safely.
• Schedule Flexibility: High flexibility with work schedules, including a willingness to work early mornings, late nights and weekends as production demands change.
• Growth Mindset: Strong willingness to learn standard food service methods, kitchen safety protocols, and operational procedures for future development.

Equal Employment Opportunity Statement

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, citizenship, age, disability or protected veteran status.

Required Application Materials

Resume

Work Hours

Monday through Wednesday 11:00 a.m. - 7:30 p.m., Thursday 6:00 a.m. - 2:30 p.m., Friday off, Saturday and Sunday 7:00 a.m. - 3:30 p.m., alternating weekends off.

Building Location

N CASE HALL

Website

Careers.msu.edu

Summary of Physical Demands

Frequent lifting of over 75 pounds is required.

Bidding eligibility ends September 29, 2026 at 11:55 P.M.