Custodian I - Part-Time in Culinary Services

  • Montana State University, Inc
  • Bozeman, Montana
  • Part Time

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 ResponsibilitiesCustodians provide cleaning and light maintenance services in and around food service areas. The primary emphasis is on cleaning the public areas which include restrooms, carpeted and hard-surface floor care, kitchens, trash removal, furniture set-ups and other related duties. Custodians may work individually or on a team. This position is asked to interact in a positive manner with all guests to accomplish the department mission.Clean and sanitize all public and common areas. To include: restrooms, service areas, stairwells, etc.Carpeted and hard-surface floor careTrash removalSet up and tear down of areas such as conference spaces/seating spaces/public spaces dependent on facilityMove and straighten furniture, light food service equipment, dishes, glasses etcMay shovel snow at entry waysOther related custodial dutiesActively participates as part of the team while performing other duties in support of the department's mission.

This is a part-time position. Part-time employees work up to 16 hours a week, enjoy flexibility in their schedule and are eligible to receive holiday pay and annual & sick leave pay on a prorated basis.Everyone is welcome to apply/interview for this position but the Culinary Services Department lacks the necessary funding to provide sponsorship at this time.* This is a permanent position. If you are a student of MSU and seek a student worker position, please go to:

Required Qualifications - Experience, Education, Knowledge & Skills

Experience working in custodial, janitorial, housekeeping, etc.Experience working effectively with minimal or no supervision.

Preferred Qualifications - Experience, Education, Knowledge & Skills

Experience providing excellent customer service.Certifications, classes completed, or knowledge of safety procedures utilized in a custodial, janitorial or housekeeping position.

The Successful Candidate Will

Positively and professionally perform all the functions of the position.Consistently exercise initiative and good judgment.Effectively and safely operate work-related equipment and tools.Accurately follow written and oral instructions and procedures.Exhibit strong communication skills.Work effectively and efficiently in close cooperation with staff in a team-oriented environment.Be able to complete multiple tasks in a timely manner.Quickly adapt to changing priorities.Possess strong organizational skills.Maintain excellent customer service.Be highly motivated and work with minimal supervision.Have excellent attention to detail.Represent the department and MSU to others in a professional and courteous manner.

Position Special Requirements/Additional InformationThis 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.This is a part-time, non-benefited position. We will work with your schedule. Hours are up to 16 hours/week.Occasional work outside and in inclement weather assisting with snow removal.Possess a 4-hour sanitation certification or have the ability to become certified.Some custodial positions require a valid State of Montana driver's license. If offered one of those positions, that requirement will be discussed with you prior to hire.

Physical DemandsTo 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.Stationary or moving about for extended periods of timeFrequently moving, transporting and placing containers/objects up to 30 lbs, and occasionally up to 100 lbs. (items may include stacking chairs, folding tables, floor sealer, bed frames, dressers, desks, etc.)Moving up and down stairs occasionally while carrying containers/objectsMoving up and down a step ladderBending, kneeling, stretching and general moving about while stocking productsGripping handles on equipmentPerforming repetitive motions related to job dutiesRegular exposure to cleaning solutionsOccasionally shovel snow

This position has supervisory duties?No

Job ID: 483933767
Originally Posted on: 7/3/2025

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