About the role
Position Title
Food Service Worker (9 month)
Location
Big Rapids (Main Campus)
Department
51804 - The Rock Cafe
Advertised Salary
$17.53. Hourly rate pursuant to the FSU and AFSCME/AFL-CIO Agreement.
Benefits
Please see the following link for a list of benefits offered with this position.
AFSCME Benefits
FLSA
Non-Exempt
Temporary/Continuing
Continuing
Part-Time/Full-Time
Full-Time
Union Group
Custodial, Maintenance, Dining, Skilled Trade (AFSCME Local 1609)
Term of Position
9 Month (non-faculty)
At Will/Just Cause
Just Cause
Summary of Position
A Food Service Worker position is available with Dining Services at The Rock Cafe. The normal working hours are 1:30 pm-10 pm, Tuesday through Saturday. Days off are Sunday and Monday. However, the employee may be required to work other times, including evenings and/or weekends. If required by job duties, the employee must be able to fulfill the University’s requirements concerning the issuance and use of University keys. Personnel who possess the special qualifications and training necessary for this position may apply. Provide food service support by preparing and serving food, serving customers, and maintaining the assigned area. This is an AFSCME bargaining unit position.
Position Type
Staff
Required Education
High school diploma or GED equivalency.
Required Work Experience
Six months of full-time equivalent experience in commercial food service, including food preparation.
Required Licenses and Certifications
Physical Demands
- Bending
- Carrying
- Reaching
- Sitting
- Twisting
- Balancing
- Climbing
- Lifting
- Pulling/Pushing
- Repetitive movement
- Standing
Additional Education/Experiences to be Considered
Essential Duties/Responsibilities
As directed, train others in the duties.
Assist other food service employees as needed.
Ensure that food is palatable and appetizing.
Cook and handle food according to safe food-handling and sanitary requirements, following departmental sanitation policies.
Interact with customers and staff in a polite, friendly, and courteous manner.
Maintain equipment, pots, pans, utensils, and the work area in a clean, orderly, and sanitary condition, following departmental sanitation policies.
Minimize food waste.
Obtain foods from storage areas.
Operate various kitchen equipment and machines and utilize utensils.
Perform the work of other Dining Service classifications when assigned.
Prepare food for serving and ensure continued food availability.
Prepare foods using recipes generated from the computerized menu management system.
Respond to special dietary requests.
Set up and maintain food preparation, serving, and display areas in an attractive and sanitary manner.
Other duties may be assigned.
Maintain safety and sanitation standards in all duties and responsibilities.
Report to immediate supervisor and/or designee.
Train and direct the work of student employees in the performance of the characteristic duties.
Carries out responsibilities in accordance with university policies and applicable laws.
Responsible for maintaining confidentiality of information pursuant to university policies and/or state or federal laws.
Cultivates an environment of belonging that values, respects, supports, and celebrates individual similarities and differences, allowing students, faculty, and staff to thrive authentically.
Support, promote, and develop university student enrollment and retention initiatives.
Any other duties assigned within the position classification area.
Marginal Duties/Responsibilities
Remove trash, break down cardboard boxes, and assist in the University's recycling efforts.
Skills and Abilities
Ability to communicate effectively.
Ability to interact with the public in a friendly, polite, and courteous manner.
Be familiar with seasoning requirements and kitchen equipment.
Cook a variety of foods in large and small quantities.
Follow safety and sanitation standards and practices.
Keep accurate records.
Read, understand, and follow recipes, directions, safety labels, and equipment operation manuals.
Work harmoniously with others in variable temperatures, close confines, noise, and stressful situations and workloads.
Demonstrated successful experience working directly with people from diverse backgrounds, including cultural, educational, socioeconomic, and life experiences.
Required Documents
- Cover Letter
- Resume
Optional Documents
Special Instructions to Applicants
All applicants must ensure their application information reflects how they meet the minimum qualifications posted in the job posting to be considered for the position.
Initial Application Review Date
November 2, 2026
Open Until Position is Filled?
Yes
Posting Close Date
EEO Statement
Ferris State University, an Equal Opportunity employer, is committed to cultivating an environment of belonging that values, respects, supports, and celebrates individual similarities and differences within its community, allowing students, faculty, and staff to thrive authentically. Ferris offers employment opportunities to qualified candidates seeking careers in a student-focused environment that values opportunity, collaboration, diversity and educational excellence. Learn more about the Ferris Mission and community at ferris.edu. For more information on the University’s Policy on Non-Discrimination, visit: Ferris Non-Discrimination Statement.
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