Area Supervisor - Retail Campus Dining

University of Wyoming • Laramie, NY

6d • Onsite

About The Position

The Area Supervisor organizes, coordinates, and supervises operational duties and assigned personnel in a designated retail dining area under general supervision. The role oversees daily food-service operations, including food preparation, ordering, staffing, customer service, food safety, quality standards, cash handling, and maintenance of records and work areas. The supervisor may also maintain inventory records and order and receive supplies and equipment.

The position is based on campus at the University of Wyoming in Laramie, Wyoming, and requires working in kitchen environments, with mobility to perform area duties and extended periods of standing. Employees must be eligible to work in the United States; work authorization or visa sponsorship is not available.

Requirements

• High school diploma or GED.
• Two years of work-related experience; relevant part-time experience is prorated based on hours worked.
• Knowledge of applicable federal, state, local, and university rules and regulations related to the designated area.
• Knowledge of basic supervisory principles, practices, methods, and techniques.
• Knowledge of food-safety standards and best practices, basic food-preparation methods and equipment, food-service ordering and inventory control, planning and scheduling, and customer-service standards and procedures.
• Ability to understand and carry out oral and written instructions; supervise and train staff; organize, prioritize, and schedule work assignments; communicate effectively; and follow and enforce safety procedures.
• Ability to move objects weighing up to 50 pounds regularly.
• Ability to determine labor, equipment, and food costs; manage time and staff to meet business needs; work as a team member; and foster a cooperative work environment.
• Must be eligible to work in the United States; sponsorship for work authorization or work visas is unavailable.
• Must be available to work on campus.
• Applicants must include the average hours worked per week for current and previous positions; failure to provide this information may affect qualification evaluation.

Nice To Haves

• Experience in the food and beverage business.
• Very high customer-service skills.
• Strong communication skills.
• Ability to work well with others, management, and staff.
• One year of management experience.

Responsibilities

• Supervise and participate in operational activities of a retail dining unit, including food preparation, ordering, staff supervision, and maintenance of area records.
• Prepare production schedules and employee work schedules.
• Coordinate daily operations for the designated food-service unit.
• Assist in developing and enforcing customer-service best practices, food-safety practices, and departmental quality standards.
• Make hiring recommendations; train, supervise, and assist in evaluating the work performance of assigned personnel.
• Supervise and inspect personnel work activities; set up work and daily operations for the designated area.
• Oversee cleaning and routine maintenance of equipment and the work area.
• Monitor cash handling and cash-register operations.
• May maintain inventory records and order and receive supplies and equipment.
• Manage time and staff to meet business needs and foster a cooperative work environment.

Benefits

• State retirement contribution of over 15% of gross salary; total retirement-plan contributions exceed 19% when combined with the mandatory employee contribution.
• Medical, dental, and vision insurance with competitive employer contributions and four deductible options.
• Vacation leave, sick leave, paid holidays, and paid winter closure.
• Tuition waivers for employees and eligible dependents.
• Wellness initiatives, counseling services, and mental health resources.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: High school or GED