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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, 3 coffee shops and the Union Market retail operation, 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.

Our division offers shifts to meet your needs. We have hours available 7 days a week from 5:30am – 9:30pm or later if you are working a special event with MSU Catering or Concessions. This position is OT eligible!

Duties and Responsibilities

• Directs staff in the cleaning of areas and equipment in accordance with the sanitarians recommendations.
• Properly handles food in accordance with FDA food codes.
• Monitors inventory, keeps records, and orders accordingly.
• Directs the cleaning, disposition and storage of foods, supplies, and equipment.
• And actively contributes to the team by performing other duties as needed in support of the department’s mission.
• Performs other general kitchen duties.
• As directed by the management team will train and direct staff.
• Skillfully prepares a wide variety of recipes while positively and professionally interacting with customers.
• Ensures quality product is being served.

Required Qualifications – Experience, Education, Knowledge & Skills

• Progressively responsible high volume cooking experience and/or cooking multiple cuisines or an equivalent combination of relevant education and experience.

• Experience leading, directing, and/or training staff.

• Experience providing excellent customer service.

Preferred Qualifications – Experience, Education, Knowledge & Skills

• Advanced degree or certificate in the hospitality, culinary arts, or related field(s).

• Experience organizing and timing kitchen production.

• Experience with inventory control.

The Successful Candidate Will

Position Special Requirements/Additional Information

• May occasionally work outside and in inclement weather assisting with special events.
• Possess a 4-hour sanitation certification or have the ability to become certified.
• Full-time and part-time. 10 and 12 month positions. Shifts vary across departments, 7 days per week during the academic year. All positions are eligible for full benefits 12 months of the year.
• May work evenings, weekends, long hours, consecutive days during busy periods, and occasional holidays as the school and event schedule demands.

Physical Demands

• Regular exposure to cleaning chemicals.
• Performing repetitive motions related to job duties.
• Moving about while stocking product.
• Gripping handles on small kitchen utensils and other equipment.
• Occasionally moving product up and down stairs.
• Stationary and/or moving about for long periods of time.
• Frequently moving and transporting containers/product weighing up to 50 lbs and occasionally up to 100lbs.
• Normal kitchen, cooler, freezer, dock environments.

This position has supervisory duties?

Yes

Number of Vacancies

multiple

Desired Start Date

Upon completion of a successful search.

Position End Date (if temporary)

Open Date

Close Date

Applications will be:

Applications will be accepted and screened for the duration of this pool.

Special Instructions

Please either complete the work history section as you build your personal profile or attach a resume.

Questions? Contact – Search Support at [email protected] or 994-6468.

Diversity Statement

Montana State University values diverse perspectives and is committed to continually supporting, promoting and building an inclusive and culturally diverse campus environment. MSU recognizes the importance of work-life integration and strives to be responsive to the needs of dual career couples.

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.




MSU’s Non-Discrimination Policy and Discrimination Grievance Procedures can be located on the MSU Website: https://www.montana.edu/hr/recruitment/dualcareer.html