Food Service Worker (9 month)

Position Title

Food Service Worker (9 month)

Location

Big Rapids (Main Campus)

Department

51803 - Quad Cafe

Advertised Salary

$17.53 Hourly rate pursuant to the FSU and AFSCME/AFL-CIO Agreement.

Benefits

Comprehensive benefit package (health care, vacation, etc.). 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 position classified as a Food Service Worker is available with Dining Services at the Quad Café.
• This is a 9-month position. The normal working hours are 12:30 p.m. to 9 p.m., Monday through Friday. Days off are Saturday and Sunday.
• 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 services support by preparing and serving food, waiting on customers, and maintaining the assigned area.

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
• Electrical Hazards
• Reaching
• Sitting
• Twisting
• Balancing
• Lifting
• Pulling/Pushing
• Repetitive movement
• Standing

Additional Education/Experiences to be Considered

Essential Duties/Responsibilities

• Train others in the performance of the characteristic duties, as directed.
• Assist other food service employees as needed.
• Ensure that food is palatable and appetizing.
• Cook and handle food according to safe food handling/sanitary requirements, following departmental sanitation policies.
• Interact with customers and staff in a polite, friendly and courteous manner.
• Maintain equipment, pots, pans, utensils, and work area in a clean, orderly, and sanitary condition following departmental sanitation policies.
• Minimize food waste.
• Obtain foods from storage areas.
• 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 area, food serving and display areas, in an attractive and sanitary manner.
• 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, equipment operations manuals, etc.
• 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 16, 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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