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.

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:
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