Job Overview
Employment Type
Full-time
Work Schedule
Standard Hours
Weekend Shifts
Benefits
Health Insurance
Dental Insurance
Paid Time Off
Retirement Plan
Tuition Assistance
Employee wellness programs
Career development opportunities
Job Description
Michigan State University (MSU), located in East Lansing, Michigan, is a globally recognized public research university dedicated to advancing knowledge and transforming lives. MSU boasts a vibrant campus community and a commitment to providing exceptional residential and hospitality services to students, staff, and visitors. The university's Culinary Services Dining Operations plays a vital role in delivering high-quality food service experiences across campus, focusing on innovation, sustainability, and community engagement. This department is responsible for the management and operation of various dining venues, including dining halls and retail locations such as Sparty's within neighborhood settings. Employment with MSU is full time... Show More
Job Requirements
- Knowledge equivalent to a four-year college degree in Hotel Restaurant and Institutions Management, Business Administration, Dietetics, Food Systems and Economics Management or Nutrition
- One to three years of related and progressively responsible experience in customer relations, food service practices, sanitation and safety procedures
- Familiarity with food preparation equipment
- Accounting skills
- Supervisory and managerial experience
- Ability to make reasonable attempts to work during university closures or emergency conditions
- Available to work scheduled hours including evenings, weekends, and alternating weekends
- Clear and professional communication skills
- Experience with payroll functions and scheduling
- Commitment to workplace safety and food quality standards
Job Qualifications
- Four-year college degree in Hotel Restaurant and Institutions Management, Business Administration, Dietetics, Food Systems and Economics Management, Nutrition or related field
- One to three years of progressive experience in customer relations, food service practices, sanitation and safety procedures
- Familiarity with food preparation equipment
- Accounting skills
- Supervisory and managerial experience
- Experience in food handling, food service production, banquet coordination, event planning, recipe development
- Experience working with diverse racial, ethnic, socioeconomic, LGBTQIA+, and gender backgrounds
- Ability to adapt communication styles to multiple cultural environments
Job Duties
- Unlock/lock doors daily, turn on/off kitchen and venue equipment
- Walkthrough each shift to assess premises and equipment and place any service requests needed
- Ensure workplace safety, sanitation and food handling standards are met
- Monitor food quality (taste, appearance and aroma) and portion control
- Train and direct team to deliver outstanding Spartan experiences
- Conduct regular walkthroughs of dining hall, kitchen and Sparty’s
- Assess and adjust staff placements to provide best floor coverage
- Respond to cashier and guest requests/concerns to include guest access/ID problems
- Set up daily schedule shell, print and complete multiple time scan problem forms, confirm employee punches in Ultra Time, complete Supervisor Report to Payroll and Time Scan Problem forms
- Print and post menu signs with allergen tagging
- Count and verify change banks and cash boxes
- Collect temperature logs, venue checklists and menu actuals daily
- Check in food deliveries and complete add-on orders
- Complete and document bi-weekly one on one meetings and annual evaluations
- Provide staff development opportunities through cross training, class attendance and compliance completion
- Handle disciplinary action under guidance of Manager including coaching, documentation and issuance of attendance letters and discipline
Job Qualifications
Experience
Mid Level (3-7 years)
Job Location
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