Hubbard Snackshop/Concession Attendant

MSU Careers Recent Jobs; East Lansing (MI); On-site; USD 17,000 - 22,000; Full time

Job summary

Michigan State University in East Lansing seeks a Snackshop/Concession Attendant to support daily culinary operations at Sparty's. You will mentor student staff, ensure kitchen standards, and help deliver outstanding Spartan experiences each day.

Responsibilities include leading and training staff, managing inventory, controlling waste and maintaining sanitation, and handling transactions during shifts. The role requires flexibility, basic food service experience, and the ability to lift up to

Qualifications

• Minimum high school graduation or equivalent.
• Knowledge of food preparation and serving techniques.
• Two years of experience in food service.
• Ability to work flexible shifts.
• Hygiene standards and sanitary practices.
• Cash handling experience desirable.
• Occasional lifting up to 75 pounds.

Responsibilities

• Lead and mentor student staff in preparing short-order items.
• Assist with inventory management and supplier coordination.
• Maintain quality and control waste to minimize spoilage.
• Uphold sanitation standards for unit, dishes, and work areas.
• Operate cash register and maintain accurate cash controls.

Skills

Food preparation

Serving techniques

Sanitation rules

Cash handling

Supervisory experience

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Job description

Working/Functional Title

Hubbard Snackshop/Concession Attendant

Position Summary

Are you an organized, energetic food service professional? We are looking for a Snackshop/Concession Attendant to help drive daily culinary operations at Sparty's! In this role, you will do more than just serve food—you will mentor student staff, maintain top-tier kitchen standards, and help deliver outstanding Spartan experiences every single day.

• Lead & Mentor: Oversee and assist student staff in preparing high-quality, "short order" style food items.
• Manage Inventory: Assist with ordering, receiving, verifying, and taking inventory of food and supply items to keep operations running smoothly.
• Control Quality & Waste: Ensure proper handling and storage of food and supplies to maximize operational efficiency and reduce spoilage.
• Uphold Sanitation Standards: Direct student staff in the proper sanitation of the unit, dishes, utensils, and work areas according to prescribed health codes.
• Handle Transactions: Operate a cash register during assigned shifts and maintain accurate financial controls for all transactions.

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

• Graduation from high school or an equivalent combination of education and experience is necessary.
• Working knowledge of food preparation and serving techniques is necessary.
• Two years satisfactory experience at the Food Service Worker level or an equivalent combination of technical training and experience is necessary.
• Some willingness to work a flexible shift is necessary.
• Standards of personal hygiene consistent with sanitation rules and regulations is necessary.
• Some overseeing and cash handling experience is desirable.
• Occasional lifting of over 75 pounds is required.
• Possession of a valid Michigan operator's license(s) may be necessary.

Desired Qualifications

• Skills: Working knowledge of food preparation, serving techniques, and standard kitchen sanitation rules.
• Leadership Value: Prior cash handling and supervisory experience is highly desirable.
• Physical Capability: Ability to handle occasional heavy lifting (up to 75 pounds).
• Flexibility: Willingness to work flexible shifts based on the operational needs of the residential unit

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

Sunday through Thursday 3:00 p.m. - 11:30 p.m., Friday and Saturday off.

Building Location

N HUBBARD HALL

Website

CAREERS.MSU.EDU

Summary of Physical Demands

Occasional lifting of over 75 pounds is required.

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

Advertised: Sep 23, 2026 Eastern Daylight Time
Applications close: Sep 29, 2026 Eastern Daylight Time