Custodial Specialist (Dining Services)

About This Role

Cleans food preparation areas, serving lines, dining rooms, hallways, stairwells, restrooms, entrances and exits, storeroom, vegetable preparation area, and docks. This includes sweeping, wet mopping, waxing, and buffing floors; removing snow and ice from entrances; emptying trash; general dusting and cleaning.

Operates and cleans equipment in ware washing area and dish return belts by following established procedures. Trains and directs student employees in the execution of cleaning tasks and ware washing and in the care and maintenance of equipment used.

Cleans and sanitizes tableware, trays, utensils, pots, pans, and equipment used in meal preparation and service to ensure that safe food is served.

Performs other duties as assigned to include, but not limited to assisting with storekeeping and inventory functions as needed.

Maintains security of the dining center by following established guidelines for securing the facility.

About Us

[Housing and Dining Services](https://apptrkr.com/get_redirect.php?id=7253939&targetURL=https://housing.k-state.edu/) 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.

Worksite Description

This position is **On-site**. All employees must reside in the United States when they begin working to comply with state law. K-State is unable to provide remote or hybrid work opportunities for residents of the state of Idaho.

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

Additional Role Information

Food Safety Training - complete within 6 months of employment
Bloodborne pathogens training - complete upon employment

To Apply

Please submit the online application.

Application Window

Applications close on: July 24, 2026

Anticipated Hiring Pay Range

\$15.00 per hour