Food Service Leader

46233BR

Position Description:

Supervises and directs work involving direction of employees involved in the preparation and replenishment of food and/or custodial duties of the food service areas.

About the University:

Founded in 1923, Texas Tech University began with a mission to serve the needs of West Texas, but its impact has always reached far beyond. Today, Texas Tech, located in Lubbock (pop. 300,000+), is home to a vibrant community of more than 42,000 students.Texas Tech's 1,800-acre campus showcases Spanish Renaissance architecture and is home to one of the country's largest public art collections. Its 13 colleges include a prestigious School of Law and a distinguished School of Veterinary Medicine. These programs equip students with the skills and knowledge needed to excel in their respective fields. Built on the values of West Texas — hard work, grit and authenticity — the university graduates students who are deeply engaged in service to their communities and well-positioned to succeed in the world. Texas Tech is committed to achieving research and scholarly accomplishments that compare favorably to the member institutions of the Association of American Universities (AAU). For more than 100 years, Texas Tech has been a premier destination for those seeking a world-class education and a unique, personalized experience as a member of the Red Raider family.

Major/Essential Functions:

• Observe and evaluate workers and work procedures to ensure quality standards and service, and complete disciplinary write-ups.

• Perform routine tasks consistently.

• Knows and applies food safety policies and procedures for the department.

• Take and record the temperature of food and food storage areas, such as refrigerators and freezers.

• Schedule staff hours and assign duties.

• Maintain food and equipment inventories.

• Monitor and coordinate food preparation: Personnel, economics, methods, portion sizes, and presentation must follow guidelines set by the department and be completed in an acceptable and timely manner.

• Operate and clean food service equipment without supervision.

• Supervise and participate in food preparation, meal presentation, front of the house maintenance and cleaning activities.

• Be a team member and positively influence co-workers.

• Train workers in food preparation, equipment use, customer service, sanitation, and safety procedures.

• Perform various financial activities such as cash handling, per supervisor's approval.

Required Qualifications:

Graduation from high school or the equivalent plus two (2) years experience in large scale commercial or institutional food operations; additional experience may substitute for education on a year for year basis.

Safety Information:

Adherence to robust safety practices and compliance with all applicable health and safety regulations are responsibilities of all TTU employees.

Does this position work in a research laboratory?:

No

Job Type:

Full Time

Pay Basis:

Hourly

Job Family:

Facilities Operations

Job Sub Family:

Dining & Catering Services

Hourly Pay Range:

$13.00 - $16.92 - $20.82

Pay Statement:

Compensation is commensurate upon the qualifications of the individual selected and budgetary guidelines of the hiring department, as well as the institutional pay plan.

Travel Required:

Up to 25%

Shift:

Other

Schedule Details:

Schedule Varies - Overtime as Required

Grant Funded?:

No

Air Force Specialty Code:

No equivalent

Army Military Occupational Specialty Code:

922A, 92G

Marine Military Occupational Specialty Code:

3300, 3301, 3302, 3381

Navy Enlisted Classification Code:

1130

EEO Statement:

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, genetic information or status as a protected veteran.