Food Service Supervisor

University of Wisconsin Madison•Madison, WI

10d•Onsite

About The Position

University Housing is looking for leaders with culinary skills to join our Dining and Culinary Services Food Service Supervisor team! Food Service Supervisors help lead the production of safe, quality food within residential dining facilities on the UW-Madison campus and ensure they meet customer satisfaction and departmental goals. As a Food Service Supervisor in University Housing you will: Prepare food (including display cooking) and beverages following predetermined menus, production sheets, and recipes for marketplaces and/or on and off-site catering. Perform duties in a high-volume, dynamic, student residential dining/catering environment. Interact with English speaking customers while displaying knowledge of food products, allergens and food safety. Demonstrate and role model exceptional customer service. Drive food delivery trucks to efficiently transport staff and supplies to other units and/or events. Complete required logs and reports. Assist and guides student workers. Provide support and assist as needed in the implementation of plans and procedures in the event of an emergency. Be part of the Dining and Culinary Services team that serves the residents of the University Residence Halls, as well as UW-Madison students, faculty, staff, and the general public.

Requirements

2 years of food service experience in a professional kitchen setting
Current ServSafe Manager certification, or the ability to be certified within the first 6 months of appointment
A valid driver's license meeting UW Risk Management standards is required for catering positions and preferred for in-unit positions

Nice To Haves

6 months of supervisory experience in a professional kitchen or catering setting
3 or more years of food service experience in a professional kitchen or catering setting
Associate’s degree preferred

Responsibilities

Assigns and coordinates the day-to-day activities of food service staff
Leads and provides exceptional customer service, answers questions, and provides information regarding food preparation, catering, and associated activities
Adheres to federal, state, campus, and local food safety regulations, policies, and procedures
Cleans, inspects, and maintains kitchen equipment and work areas
Develops and schedules logistics and menus for daily and catering operations
Performs routine and non-routine food preparation activities including cook to order and specialty foods
Prepare food (including display cooking) and beverages following predetermined menus, production sheets, and recipes for marketplaces and/or on and off-site catering
Interact with English speaking customers while displaying knowledge of food products, allergens and food safety
Demonstrate and role model exceptional customer service
Drive food delivery trucks to efficiently transport staff and supplies to other units and/or events
Complete required logs and reports
Assist and guides student workers
Provide support and assist as needed in the implementation of plans and procedures in the event of an emergency