Temporary Msu Dining Jobs (NOW HIRING)

Position Details
Position Information
Announcement Number
STAFF - VA - 27008
For questions regarding this position, please contact:
Search Support at auxjobs@montana.eduor 406-994-6468
Classification Title
Warehouse Wrkr
Working Title
Warehouse Worker
Brief Position Overview
MSU's Culinary Services hires motivated team members who are excited to actively participate in the ever changing world of the high-paced food industry.
Position Number
4N1478 / 4N3550
Department
Miller Dining Commons
Division
Auxiliary Services
Appointment Type
Classified
Contract Term
Fiscal Year
Semester
If other, specify From date
If other, specify End date
FLSA
Non-Exempt
Union Affiliation
Teamsters
FTE
1.0
Benefits Eligible
Eligible
Salary
$23.75 per hour
Contract Type
Classified Hourly
If other, please specify
Recruitment Type
Open
Position Details
General Statement
Culinary Services Division (CSD), a division of Auxiliary Services, provides meals and specialty beverages for over 18,000 customers daily and is an integral part of campus life and the overall college experience. CSD proudly provides Montana State University students with not only a repertoire of various cuisines, cooking styles, and flavors, but a comfortable atmosphere to meet friends, study, and simply relax. The division is comprised of 2 residential dining halls, a commissary kitchen, several retail operations including 4 coffee shops, Chick-fil-A, the Union Market and Bobcat Grill, Brick Breeden Fieldhouse and Bobcat Stadium Concessions, Fork in the Road food truck, MSU Catering, Indulge In-House Bakery, and the Farm to Campus Program.
Duties and Responsibilities
Under supervision from the management team, the Warehouse Worker is responsible to receive and distribute a high volume of food and related items, special shipments, and cleaning supplies daily.

• Performs all related duties to receiving such as: receiving deliveries, checking in, recording receiving temps, stocking daily deliveries, reconciling freight bills or packing lists, appropriate handling of damaged goods etc.
• Rotates food products according to expiration dates and sanitation rules.
• Shelves all products according to the established inventory system.
• Reports up any issues or delays.
• Maintains a clean receiving area and properly disposes of pallets and packaging.
• Maintains the cleanliness and organization of all storage areas, floors, walls, storage racks and freezers/coolers.
• Properly follows sanitation guidelines and handles food in accordance with FDA food codes and as directed by MSU's Registered Sanitarian.
• Distributes food and related products regularly to dining hall concepts/areas as required.
• May assist in basic food production or basic front of house areas if needed.
• Makes delivery runs across campus.
• Assists with ordering as needed.
• And actively contributes to the team by performing other duties as needed in support of the department's mission.

This is a permanent position with the University. If you are a student of MSU and seek a student worker position, please go to: http://www.montana.edu/comeworkwithus/Everyone is welcome to apply/interview for this position but the Culinary Services Department lacks the necessary funding to provide sponsorship at this time.
Required Qualifications - Experience, Education, Knowledge & Skills

1. Experience stocking product or packages or a combination of relatable education and experience.
2. Experience taking accurate notes and solving basic math problems.
3. Experience with basic cleaning duties.

Preferred Qualifications - Experience, Education, Knowledge & Skills

1. Warehouse experience handling food products and food service related items.
2. Experience operating warehouse related equipment.
3. Experience using computers and various software packages.

The Successful Candidate Will

• Work effectively and efficiently in close cooperation with CS staff in a team-oriented environment with the ultimate goal of providing excellent customer service
• Work well individually or on a team
• Exhibit strong communication skills both verbally and in writing
• Consistently exercise initiative and good judgment
• Exhibit excellent attention to detail and accurate record keeping skills
• Prioritize and organize workload in order to complete tasks in a timely manner
• Quickly adapt to changing priorities
• Represent the department and the University to others in a professional and courteous manner

Position Special Requirements/Additional Information
This job description should not be construed as an exhaustive statement of duties, responsibilities or requirements, but a general description of the job. Nothing contained herein restricts Montana State University's rights to assign or reassign duties and responsibilities to this job at any time.

• Must possess currently or be eligible to obtain a valid State of Montana Driver's license and have an acceptable driving record (less than 12 points). Do NOT send a copy of the driver's license. If the successful candidate possesses a valid out of state driver's license, candidate must obtain a valid Montana driver's license within 60 days.
• 10 and 12 month positions. Both are benefited year round.
• Shifts available are: Tuesday - Saturday from 6am-2:30pm; Tuesday-Saturday from 8am-4:30pm.
• May be asked to work days/evenings, weekends, long hours, consecutive days during busy periods, and occasional holidays as the school and event schedule demands.
• Occasional work outside and in inclement weather assisting with special events.
• Possess a 4-hour sanitation certification or have the ability to become certified
• Must have the ability to understand and communicate in English with adequate proficiency to follow directions from supervisor, read and understand safety guidelines and directions to prevent accidents or injuries from occurring, and communicate effectively with customers (staff, visitors, students) by listening and speaking clearly to them.

Physical Demands
To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily with or without reasonable accommodations. The requirements listed above are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required.

• Normal warehouse, dock, kitchen, cooler, and freezer environments.
• Stationary and/or moving about for long periods of time
• Constant use of handles while operating hand trucks and hydraulic jacks.
• Frequently moving, transporting, and placing containers/product weighing up to 100lbs
• Occasionally moving product up and down stairs
• Bending, kneeling, stretching and general moving about while stocking products
• Gripping handles on small kitchen utensils and other equipment
• Performing repetitive motions related to job duties
• Regular exposure to cleaning chemicals
• Occasionally works outside in inclement weather

This position has supervisory duties?
No
Posting Detail Information
Number of Vacancies
2
Desired Start Date
Upon completion of a successful search.
Position End Date (if temporary)
Open Date
Close Date
Applications will be:
Screening of applications will begin on July 21, 2026; however, applications will continue to be accepted until an adequate applicant pool has been established
Special Instructions
Please either complete the work history section as you build your personal profile or attach a cover letter and/or resume.
Questions? Contact: Search Support at auxjobs@montana.edu or 406-994-6468.
EEO Statement
Montana State University is an equal opportunity employer. MSU does not discriminate against any applicant on the basis of race, color, religion, creed, political ideas, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, marital status, national origin, physical or mental disability, or any other protected class status in violation of any applicable law.
In compliance with the Montana Veteran's Employment Preference Act, MSU provides preference in employment to veterans, disabled veterans, and certain eligible relatives of veterans. To claim veteran's preference, please complete the veteran's preference information located in the Demographics section of your profile.