Custodial Specialist

This position performs duties related to maintaining the cleanliness and sanitation of a large residence hall dining center. The position is responsible for completing cleaning tasks and training others in the execution of cleaning and ware washing.

  • 519886
  • Manhattan, Kansas, United States
  • Department of Housing & Dining
  • Staff Full Time (USS)
  • Opening on: Aug 8 2025
  • On-site

 

About This Role:

Come work with us!  Join our dynamic team as a full-time custodial specialist in a residence hall dining center.  Be part of the excitement of serving student residents and guests as you maintain the cleanliness and sanitation of a large dining facility, completing cleaning tasks and training others in the execution of cleaning and ware washing.  Work shift is 12:00 p.m. to 9:00 p.m. (40 hours per week) and includes one Saturday or Sunday (one day) every other weekend (twice per month).  A day off will be scheduled either before or after the weekend day. 

About Us:

Housing and Dining Services  is a large, complex, self-operated auxiliary department employing about 1,000 full and part-time staff. As a diverse group, we share the desire to provide exemplary services, products and facilities for our residents and other guests.  The 2025 Princeton Review ranks us #2 Happiest Students, #2 Best Quality of Life, #8 Best College Residence Halls, and #14 Best Campus Food.  A great team to be part of!

Worksite Options:

Work is performed on-site.

What You’ll Need to Succeed:

Preferred Qualifications:

  • One year custodial experience
  • Knowledge of large scale food operation including sanitation procedures, equipment and methods used in custodial work
  • Knowledge of food service regulations of the state, city and department
  • Effective oral and written communication skills
  • Ability to demonstrate and train others in proper cleaning and sanitation procedures and operation of equipment, tools, and other materials used in maintaining the cleanliness and sanitation of a large dining facility
  • Trustworthiness and dependability at a level to ensure the security of building

Other Requirements:

  • Applicants must be currently authorized to work in the United States at the time of employment.
  • Food Safety Training – complete within 6 months of employment
  • Bloodborne pathogens training – complete upon employment
  • Ability to work scheduled work shifts include rotating week-end shifts

How to Apply:

Complete the on-line application form

Screening of Applications Begins:

Screening begins immediately and continues until position is filled

Anticipated Hiring Pay Range:

$15.00 per hour.  Some work shifts may qualify for an additional $.60 per hour shift differential.

 

 

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Work Authorization: 

Applicants must be currently authorized to work in the United States at the time of employment.

Equal Employment Opportunity:

Kansas State University is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender, gender identity, age, national origin, disability or status as a protected veteran.

Background Screening Statement:

Upon acceptance of a contingent offer of employment, a candidate may be subject to a background check per K-State’s background check policy.

Interview Preferences:

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