Food Service Sanitation Laborer

Illinois State University; Illinois; On-site; USD 24,000 - 34,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

Life insurance

Retirement options

Tuition waiver

Job summary

Illinois State University is seeking a Food Service Sanitation Laborer to assist in Event Management, Dining and Hospitality. The role includes manual labor, storage of food and kitchen equipment, and support for dining and event services on campus.

The position demands basic literacy, reliability, and the ability to follow instructions, with a focus on sanitation and safety in a fast-paced environment.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent required.
• Must complete a post-offer pre-employment physical exam; employment contingent on results.

Responsibilities

• Assist with manual labor tasks in dining and hospitality operations.
• Store food and kitchen equipment as needed.
• Support event services and dining options.

Skills

Communication skills

Reading skills

Writing skills

Teamwork

Heavy lifting

Following instructions

Basic math

Education

High school diploma

Tools

Cleaning equipment

Job description

Title: Food Service Sanitation Laborer
Division Name: Student Affairs
Department: Event Management, Dining and Hospitality

Job Summary

The Department of Event Management, Dining, and Hospitality is one of 15 departments within the Division of Student Affairs. It provides the campus community and guests with high-quality, efficient, and innovative event services and dining options in a variety of settings dedicated to accentuating and enhancing the campus experience in a diverse community. This position may also assist in other tasks that require manual labor, including storage of food and kitchen equipment. Whether it's to find a place to study, gather with friends, enjoy a bite to eat, or plan a large event, the Department of Event Management, Dining, and Hospitality takes great pride in providing welcoming and inclusive spaces, high-quality food services, and experienced and professional staff who care about making every experience individualized and extraordinary. It is our philosophy to recruit, inspire, and retain talented team members and promote wellness and foster their development. It is our goal to promote a more fully diverse and inclusive campus community.

Additional Information

University Benefit Highlights:

• Insurance benefits, including health, dental, vision, and life
• Retirement and supplemental retirement planning options
• Tuition waiver benefits available to staff as well as their eligible dependents
• Paid holiday/administrative closures during Thanksgiving and Winter Breaks
• Paid benefit time

Additional University Benefit information, including information regarding eligibility to participate in the State Universities Retirement System and the State of Illinois Group Insurance program, can be reviewed here: https://hr.illinoisstate.edu/benefits/

Salary Rate / Pay Rate

$20.92 per hour

Required Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• A final candidate must complete a post-offer pre-employment physical exam. Employment is contingent on the successful result of the pre-employment physical.

Preferred Qualifications

• One (1) year of work experience in custodial work or any other responsible work experience demonstrating the relevant knowledge, skills and abilities.
• Full knowledge and acceptance of principles of diversity.
• Knowledge of use and operation of cleaning materials, methods and equipment; basic understanding of sanitation and safety procedures.
• Good communication skills; ability to read and write; ability and willingness to follow oral and written instructions and work independently.
• Excellent interpersonal skills, flexibility, and the ability to produce results working as part of a team or committee.
• Basic mechanical ability; ability to do heavy lifting.
• Ability to train and instruct student employees.
• Knowledge of use and operation of cleaning solutions and equipment
• Basic knowledge of food sanitation methods
• Ability to move heavy objects
• Ability and willingness to follow instructions
• Basic mechanical ability
• Basic math and reading skills

Work Hours

Working hours and days off will be subject to bid

Functional Expectations

Must be able to complete the following with or without a reasonable accommodation: Ability to stand for extended periods of time without a significant rest period; This position requires standing, walking, use of fingers and hands, reaching, lifting, kneeling, stooping, crouching, and seeing; ability to frequently lift up to 50 lbs.

Proposed Starting Date

2026

Required Applicant Documents

Reference List

Optional Applicant Documents

• Certification of Retirement Annuity
• Food Service Certificate
• American National Standards Institute’s Food Service Sanitation Manager Certification
• Transcripts - See Special Instructions section

Contact Information for Applicants

Breanna Crippen
Human Resources
309-438-8315
[e-mail]

Important Information for Applicants

This position is subject to a criminal background investigation and if applicable, an employment history review, based on University Policy 3.1.30 and any offer of employment is contingent upon you passing a satisfactory criminal background investigation and/or an employment history review. You may not begin work until the criminal background investigation results have been received and cleared by Human Resources.

Illinois State University is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or status as a protected veteran.

Illinois State University is authorized to do business within the State of Illinois. All work under this appointment is required to be performed from within the State of Illinois. Applicants for this position must be currently legally authorized to work for Illinois State University in the United States. Illinois State University will not sponsor or take over the sponsorship of an employment visa for this opportunity. Illinois State University is not a qualifying employer for the STEM OPT benefit: only the 12-month OPT may be used to work at Illinois State University.

If you are an individual with a disability and need a reasonable accommodation under the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) or other state or federal law you may request an accommodation by contacting the Office of Equal Opportunity and Access at [phone]. The Office of Equal Opportunity and Access will hold any confidential information you provide in confidence.

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