Snackshop/Concession Attendant

Kellogg Center; East Lansing (MI); On-site; USD 23,000 - 33,000; Full time

Job summary

Michigan State University seeks a Food Service Worker to assist in food and beverage preparation and serving in dining locations, with responsibilities across inventory, scheduling, and event support. The role involves operating cash registers and contributing to supply handling and sanitation.

Open to candidates with high school diploma and food service experience; requires valid driver license and ability to lift up to 75 pounds; schedule includes evenings and weekends during athletic events

Qualifications

• Graduation from high school or equivalent.
• Two years satisfactory experience at the Food Service Worker level, or an equivalent combination of technical training and experience.
• Willingness to work a flexible shift as scheduled.
• Possession of a valid Michigan operator’s license(s).

Responsibilities

• Oversee and assist in the preparation and serving of food and beverages in various concession settings.
• Oversee issuing, delivery, receiving, and verifying inventories.
• Assist supervisor in assigning and scheduling support employees.
• Operate a cash register and maintain controls for cash receipts.
• Oversee and assist in the operation, cleaning, and routine maintenance of equipment.

Skills

Food service experience

Cash handling

Excellent attendance

Driving license

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Tools

Cash register

Computer use

Job description

Starting pay $20.37/hr

• Primary work location in Holden Hall.
• Oversee and assist in the preparation and serving of food and beverages in a snackshop, cafeteria, retail food courts, or concession event including set-up/break down of operation, and closing of concession locations at spectator and special events.
• Oversee issuing, delivery, receiving, and verifying food and supply inventories.
• Assist supervisor in assigning and scheduling support employees.
• Perform and oversee support employees in the set‑up and/or break‑down for athletic and special concession event stands.
• Assist supervisor in maintaining food and supply inventories.
• Requisition, inspect, and verify food and supply deliveries.
• Oversee and assist in the proper handling and storage of food and supplies to ensure efficiency of operations and the elimination of waste and spoilage.
• Operate a cash register and maintain controls for cash receipts during assigned shift.
• Operate motor vehicles to transport personnel, materials, supplies, and/or equipment for concession event operations.
• Oversee and assist in the operation, cleaning, and routine maintenance of preparation, cooking and serving equipment, such as grills, coffee brewers, soft serve equipment, and subveyors; reporting unsafe or malfunctioning equipment to supervisor.
• Oversee and assist in the cleaning of dishes, utensils and work areas according to prescribed sanitary standards.
• Recommend employment, promotion, and termination of assigned support employees.
• Instruct assigned support employees in food preparation and serving techniques.

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.

Required Qualifications

• Graduation from high school or equivalent.
• Two years satisfactory experience at the Food Service Worker level, or an equivalent combination of technical training and experience.
• Working knowledge of food ingredients, and correct preparation and serving techniques.
• Willingness to work a flexible shift as scheduled.
• Communicate effectively with supervisors, managers, and other team members.
• Ability and strong desire to deliver outstanding Spartan experiences to both guests and teammates.
• Ability to amicably receive constructive direction from chef/manager, and to professionally, quickly and efficiently implement same to improve product, and/or service.
• Excellent attendance.
• Standards of personal hygiene consistent with sanitation rules and regulations.
• Some oversight of and cash handling experience.
• Possession of a valid Michigan operator’s license(s).
• Applicant must have good driving record, and submit their driver/operator license number with their application for a motor vehicle record check.
• Occasional lifting of over 75 pounds.
• Cash register use/knowledge.
• Computer use/knowledge.

Preferred Qualifications

• Supervisory/Management experience.
• Experience supervising students/young adults.
• Desire to grow skillset.
• May require valid operator or chauffeur driver license(s) with applicable endorsements and medical certificate in order to comply with State of Michigan requirements.

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.

Physical Demands

• Standing, walking >90% of shift.
• Occasional lifting of over 75 pounds is required.

Work Hours

Monday OFF

Tuesday OFF

Thursday 2-1030p

Friday 2-1030p

Saturday (A) 10-630p

Sunday (A) 10-630p

Work Location

Work Location South Dining (Loc)

Posting Number

Posting Number 20162097P

Open Date

Open Date 10/29/2026

Close Date

Close Date 11/12/2026

Open Until Filled No

Open Until Filled No

Supplemental Questions

Required fields are indicated with an asterisk (*).

• * Do you have previous cooking or food prep experience?
  • Yes
  • No
• * Do you understand that this position may require you to work during sporting events, holidays, breaks, and weekends?
  • Yes
  • No