Food Service Assistant

Please see Special Instructions for more details. N/A Position Information RHS Job Title RHS Job Title Food Service Assistant Job Description Location: Kellogg Center Pay rate: $14/hr. Due to the minimum wage increase at MSU , the starting rate for this position will raise to $15/hr. effective 8/9/26. Those hired prior to 8/9/26 will be brought to the new minimum. Looking for a great job you can do while also being a MSU Student? Are you a person who is customer focused, hardworking, a team player and dependable? If you answered Yes, then we want you! As a Student Food Service Assistant, you will be responsible for assisting full-time staff members with the preparation, cooking, and serving of food for the Kellogg events, helping with preparing appetizers, entrees, starches, vegetables, and other items. You must also be knowledgeable of all relevant food safety regulations, standards, and guidelines to ensure the safe handling and serving of all meals to customers. It is your job to make sure the guests of Culinary Services receive the most outstanding customer service. Typical duties may include but are not limited to: Cooking, preparing, and serving food at the Kellogg Center Kitchen clean up after meals are served Communicate with supervisors, managers and other student team members Coordinate with supervisors job tasks that need to be completed each shift Other duties as assigned. This position does not have a set schedule and times may vary depending on the needs of the company. Required Qualifications Must be able to work 15-20 hours per week Be enrolled as a student at Michigan State University (during academic year) Demonstrated commitment to outstanding customer service Must be able to complete tasks in a timely manner with minimal supervision Must be positive and respectful, especially when working with a diverse population Be able to work nights, early mornings, and/or weekends Preferred Qualifications Serve Safe or other food safety certification Experience cooking or working in a high-volume food service operation. Equal Employment Opportunity Statement All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, citizenship, age, disability or protected veteran status. Physical Demands Must be able to move up to 10 pounds. Work Hours Must be able to work varied shifts, including early mornings (possible start 6:00AM), nights (until 10 PM), and weekends During the school year domestic student employees may not work more than 29 hours per work week, and international student employees may not work more than 20 hours per work week During school breaks, between semesters, and during summer semester, all student employees are permitted to work up to 40 hours per work week. Work Location Work Location Kellogg Center (Loc) Posting Number Posting Number 20155511P Open Date Open Date 07/27/2026 Close Date Close Date 08/10/2026 Open Until Filled No Special Instructions for Applicant N/A Applicant Availability Form Supplemental Questions Required fields are indicated with an asterisk. Do you have previous cooking or food prep experience? Yes No What skills and experiences will you bring to the position? (Open Ended Question) This position does not have a set schedule, and the out times vary depending on the needs of the event, Do you have flexible availability with a schedule that is different from week to week? We will accommodate your class schedule (Open Ended Question) This position requires availability during weekends, University recognized holidays, semester breaks and sporting events. Are you willing to work most or all of the above? (Open Ended Question) Do you understand this position may require you to work during sports events (including All Home Football Game Days), holidays, breaks, and weekends? Yes No Are you willing and able to work 15-20 hours a week? Yes No #J-18808-Ljbffr Kellogg Center