Food Service Specialist

University of Maryland•College Park, MD

4d•$48,138 - $57,766•Onsite

About The Position

Under general supervision, functions as a specialist or entry level manager responsible for providing assistance in the planning and coordination of one or more components of a food service operation. Performs activities pertaining to food preparation and presentation, merchandising, calculation of food and labor costs, scheduling and employee relations. Assists in ensuring quality, cost efficient food preparation and the maintenance of safe and sanitary conditions.

Requirements

High School Diploma or GED.
Five years progressively responsible experience in commercial or institutional food service, two years of which must have been in a lead or supervisory capacity.
Serv Safe and TIPS certified
Thorough knowledge and understanding of the principles and methods in large scale food preparation and service.
Thorough knowledge of and skill in the application of procedures and standards of quality and quantity food selection, food preservation, food preparation, meal service, and portion control.
Thorough knowledge of and skill in the use of food service equipment and materials.
General knowledge of federal, state, and local health and sanitation regulations applicable to food service activities.
Skill in providing guidance to food service personnel.
Ability to organize and coordinate the work of food service operations and to control workload to assure quality service; to supervise and instruct food service personnel; to prepare and maintain records and reports; to communicate effectively both orally and in writing; to work in irritating environments and adverse temperature conditions; to lift, transport and stock food service supplies, materials and equipment.
Candidates selected for employment may be subject to medical inquiries and/or medical examinations to determine ability to perform the job.
Safe Food Handling and Sanitation Certification may be required.
Must complete employment eligibility verification (on Form I-9) by presenting documents that establish identity and work authorization within the timeframe required by federal immigration law, and where applicable, to demonstrate renewed employment authorization.

Nice To Haves

Additional related experience and formal education in which one has gained the knowledge, skills, and abilities required for full performance of the work of the job class may be substituted for the education or experience requirement on a year-for-year basis with 30 college credits being equivalent to one year of experience.

Responsibilities

In addition to all duties of a Food Service Supervisor, manages all aspects of assigned events with general off-site supervision.
Designs and creates room set ups, table designs and buffet presentations. Receives general off- site supervision as needed.
Assists in the administrative management functions of the unit. Handles guest inquiries and communicates with all aspect of the event.
Ensures compliance with HACCP and all department and University policies and procedures
Handles guest inquiries and communicates with all aspect of the event.