Food and Beverage Specialist III

University of Central Florida • Orlando, FL

1d • $18 - $20 • Onsite

About The Position

The Rosen College of Hospitality Management is seeking a Food and Beverage Specialist III to oversee the Campus Café, which serves as an industry-focused, student-centered working lab and internship program. This role involves mentoring hospitality students while ensuring the smooth daily operation of the café. The specialist will collaborate with faculty, chefs, and staff in a hands-on, academic setting.

Requirements

• High School Diploma or Equivalent and 6+ years of relevant experience or an equivalent combination of education and experience pursuant to Fla. Stat. 112.219(6).
• Valid Class E driver’s license.
• Must be authorized to work for any U.S. employer.

Nice To Haves

• Experience in a higher education or academic learning environment.
• Working knowledge of café or food service operations.
• Experience supervising, mentoring, or training student workers or interns.
• Knowledge of food safety standards and food handling protocols (e.g., ServSafe certification).
• Proficiency with point-of-sale or café management systems.
• Familiarity with scheduling and workflow coordination in a food service setting.
• Experience working collaboratively with culinary professionals or chefs.

Responsibilities

• Supervise, schedule, and assign duties to student interns to ensure appropriate coverage and efficient workflow.
• Train students on proper procedures and food handling standards.
• Assist the Director and Chefs in overseeing campus café operations and coordinating daily activities.
• Assist in the development and implementation of standard operating procedures to support efficiency and quality.
• Ensure recipe accuracy, food safety compliance, adequate product levels, and proper FIFO practices.
• Assist with product pickup and delivery using a college vehicle.
• Support Chefs in food and non-food inventory management and procurement, including use of the University Expense Card, vendor coordination, and culinary inventory systems.
• Utilize the point-of-sale system for daily operations, monitor closeout reports, audit sales, and assist the finance team with revenue and sales tax reporting.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Benefits

• Benefit packages, including Medical, Dental, Vision, Life Insurance, Flexible Spending, and Employee Assistance Program
• Paid time off, including annual and sick time off and paid holidays
• Retirement savings options
• Employee discounts, including tickets to many Orlando attractions
• Education assistance

What This Job Offers

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