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Food Service Worker
Job no: 498102
Work type: Staff
Location: Big Rapids, MI 49307
Categories: Staff
Position Title: Food Service Worker
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:
Comprehensive benefits 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: 12 Month
At Will/Just Cause: Just Cause
Summary of Position: A position classified as a Food Service Worker is available at The Rock Cafe. The normal working hours are 6am-2:30pm, Sunday through Tuesday and 6am-2:30pm Friday and Saturday. The days off are Wednesday and Thursday. The employee may be required to work at other times, including days/evenings and/or weekends. If required by job duties, employee must be able to fulfill the University's requirements concerning issuance and use of University keys. Those who possess the special qualifications and training necessary for this position may apply. This position provides food services support by preparing and serving food, waiting on customers and maintaining assigned area.
Position Type: Staff
Required Education: High school diploma or GED equivalency.
Required Work Experience: Six months full-time equivalent experience in commercial or institutional food service to include food preparation.
Required Licenses and Certifications:
Physical Demands:

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

Additional Education/Experiences to be Considered:
Essential Duties/Responsibilities: Assure that food is palatable and appealing.
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.
Operate various kitchen equipment and machines and utilize utensils.
Perform the work of other Dining Service classifications when assigned.
Prepare food for serving and assure 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, food serving, and display areas in an attractive and sanitary manner.
As directed, train others in the performance of the characteristic duties.
Assist other food service employees as needed.
Maintain safety and health standards in all duties and responsibilities.
Report to immediate supervisor.
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.
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 with the University sustainability and recycling efforts.
Skills and Abilities: Ability to communicate effectively.
Ability to interact with the public, guests, and staff in a friendly, polite, and courteous manner.
Ability to 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 and perform basic mathematical calculations.
Read, understand and follow recipes, directions, safety labels, equipment operations manuals, etc.
Work harmoniously with others in variable temperatures, close confines, noisy environments, 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:
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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Advertised: 14 Aug 2026 Eastern Daylight Time
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