Position Details
Position Information
Announcement Number STAFF - VA - 26021
For questions regarding this position, please contact:
Search Support at auxjobs@montana.edu or 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 4N1807
Department Bakery Productions
Division Auxiliary Services
Appointment Type Classified
Contract Term Academic Year
Semester
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FLSA Non-Exempt
Union Affiliation Teamsters
FTE 1.0
Benefits Eligible Eligible
Salary $23.75 per hour
Contract Type Classified Hourly
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Recruitment Type Open
Position Details
General Statement
Culinary Services Division (http://www.montana.edu/culinaryservices/) ( 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
Working primarily in support of the Commissary Kitchen, 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 during the week and is responsible for weekend runs for the open dining hall.
Assists with ordering as needed.
And actively contributes to the team by performing other duties as needed in support of the department's mission.
Required Qualifications - Experience, Education, Knowledge & Skills
Progressive experience providing excellent customer service to a variety of individuals or an equivalent combination of relevant education and experience.
Basic math skills.
Experience taking direction from multiple supervisors.
Preferred Qualifications - Experience, Education, Knowledge & Skills
Warehouse experience handling food products and food service related items.
Experience operating warehouse related equipment.
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 a valid driver's license, an acceptable driving record, and meet all State of Montana requirements to operate State/University vehicles. (If successful candidate possesses a valid out-of-state driver's license, must obtain a valid Montana driver's license within 60 days of hire.)
10 month positions with full benefits throughout all 12 months. Primarily summers off.
Shift is Tuesday-Saturday from 5:30am-2pm. During football season and high catering activity the Saturday shift might vary.
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.
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.
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
This position has supervisory duties? No
Posting Detail Information
Number of Vacancies 1
Desired Start Date Upon completion of a successful search.
Position End Date (if temporary)
Open Date
Close Date
Applications will be:
Review of applications will be on a continual basis and will continue until the position is filled.
Special Instructions
Please either complete the work history section as you build your personal profile or attach a cover letter and 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.
