Gallery Kitchen Sanitation Worker

Michigan State University College of Engineering; East Lansing (MI); On-site; USD 17,000 - 21,000; Full time

Job summary

Michigan State University College of Engineering seeks a Gallery Kitchen Sanitation Worker to clean and sanitize dishes, glassware, pots, pans, and utensils, and maintain kitchen areas at The Gallery. You will operate equipment, sweep and mop floors, and manage waste as part of daily operations.

The role requires flexibility in shifts and the ability to lift heavy loads; prior experience with cleaning materials and methods is beneficial. This is a on-site position with general campus duties.

Qualifications

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

Responsibilities

• Clean and sanitize dishes, glassware, silverware, pots, pans, utensils, kitchen and serving equipment, and related work areas using appropriate equipment.
• Sweep and mop floors in kitchen and related areas according to prescribed standards.
• Empty waste baskets, trash cans, boxes and containers; assist in maintaining food inventories and preparation as needed.

Skills

Cleaning materials knowledge

Flexible shifts

Lifting heavy objects

Job description

Working/Functional Title

Gallery Kitchen Sanitation Worker

Position Summary

To clean and sanitize dishes, glassware, silverware, pots, pans, utensils, kitchen and serving equipment, and related work areas by utilizing and operating appropriate equipment; sweeps, mops, sanitizes floors of kitchen and related work areas according to prescribed standards; empties waste baskets, trash cans, boxes, and containers; may assist in maintaining food inventories and food preparation. Position location - The Gallery.

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, persons in this position are expected to make all reasonable attempts to report to work as scheduled for the duration of the closure/suspension. If a person has an approved remote work agreement to work a portion of their normally scheduled work hours remotely, they 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

Experience working with cleaning materials, flexible work schedules, and willingness to learn food service methods and procedures.

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 2:30 p.m. - 11:00 p.m., Thursday off, Friday 2:30 p.m. - 11:00 p.m., Saturday and Sunday 2:30 p.m. - 11:00 p.m., alternating weekends off.

Building Location

SNYDER HALL

Website

CAREERS.MSU.EDU

Summary of Physical Demands

Frequent lifting of over 75 pounds is required.

Bidding eligibility ends August 4, 2026 at 11:55 P.M.