Part-Time Dining Services

Position Title

Part-Time Dining Services

Location

Big Rapids (Main Campus)

Department

51800 - Dining Overhead

Advertised Salary

$13.75-$14.00/hr

Benefits

Please see the following link for a list of benefits offered with this position.

Part Time Support

FLSA

Non-Exempt

Temporary/Continuing

Continuing

Part-Time/Full-Time

Part-Time

Union Group

N/A

Term of Position

12 Month

At Will/Just Cause

At Will

Summary of Position

Dining Services is seeking hard working individuals to join a team of professionals dedicated to providing outstanding customer service. Several positions classified as part time continuing are available to assist in providing support in our retail, catering and residential food service operations, working up to 28 hours a week. Duties vary and could include greeting customers, processing meal plans, cash and credit card transactions utilizing a point of sales system, assisting with food production and service of food as needed. Individuals in this position will be exposed to all food types (ex. shellfish, peanuts, & fruit) in an environment where industrial strength cleaners are used. Work hours may vary, and you may be required to be on-call, work evenings, weekends and holidays.

Position Type

Staff

Required Education

High school diploma or GED equivalency.

Required Work Experience

Demonstrated history of effective interpersonal communication, teamwork, and providing cheerful customer assistance.

Required Licenses and Certifications

Physical Demands

• Bending
• Carrying
• Moving
• Reaching
• Twisting
• Balancing
• Lifting
• Pulling/Pushing
• Repetitive movement
• Standing

Additional Education/Experiences to be Considered

Customer service, food production, food service experience, cashiering/retail/cash handling, operating a point of sales system

Essential Duties/Responsibilities

Maintain safety and sanitation standards in all duties and responsibilities.

Interact with customers and staff in a polite, friendly, and courteous manner.

Assist other food service employees as needed.

Respond to special dietary requests.

Assist with the setup and maintenance of food serving and display areas in an attractive and sanitary manner.

To work various shifts, stations, and scheduled hours.

Duties may include working weekends, holidays, and being “on call”.

Assist in the University recycling efforts.

Carries out responsibilities in accordance with university policies and applicable 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

Skills and Abilities

Able to communicate effectively.

Able to interact with the public in a friendly, polite, and courteous manner.

Ability to follow safety and sanitation standards and practices.

Ability to keep accurate records and perform basic mathematical calculations.

Ability to read, understand, and follow recipes, directions, safety labels, equipment operations manuals, etc.

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

Initial Application Review Date

August 31, 2026

Open Until Position is Filled?

Yes

Posting Close Date

EEO Statement

Ferris State University, an Affirmative Action/Equal Opportunity employer, is committed to enhancing equity, inclusion, and diversity within its community. 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. The University actively seeks applications from women, minorities, individuals with disabilities, veterans, and other underrepresented groups. For more information on the University’s Policy on Non-Discrimination, visit: Ferris Non-Discrimination Statement.

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