Food Service Supervisor

Please see Special Instructions for more details. At the time of appointment must be physically qualified to perform assigned duties as evidenced by a physician's certificate. Posting Information Position Information Posting Number CS00624 Position Title Division Administration and Finance Division Department Name College Dining Services Position Type Staff – Classified General Statement of Duties To be responsible for the supervision of an assigned food service staff in dining areas or cafeterias providing table, counter, booth or cafeteria line service; and to do related work as required. Supervision Received Works under the general supervision of a superior from whom general and specific instructions are received; work is reviewed for conformance to such instructions and for results obtained. Supervision Exercised Trains, supervises, instructs and reviews the work of subordinates engaged in performing work in a food service program. Position Overview Join our College Dining Services team as a Food Service Supervisor and help create an exceptional dining experience for our campus community. We are seeking a customer-focused leader who thrives in a fast-paced environment and enjoys mentoring and supporting a team. The Food Service Supervisor oversees daily dining operations, supervises and trains food service staff, coordinates work assignments, and ensures high standards of food safety, cleanliness, and customer service. This role plays a key part in maintaining an efficient, welcoming dining environment for students, faculty, staff, and guests. The ideal candidate is an organized, hands‑on professional with strong communication and leadership skills who enjoys working collaboratively and leading by example. We offer stable employment, opportunities for professional growth, and an excellent State of Rhode Island benefits package. Illustrative Examples of Work Performed To be responsible for the supervision of a food service program in dining areas or cafeterias providing table, counter, booth or cafeteria line service. To be responsible for training, supervising and instructing employees in work routines and for making assignments to specific work schedules. To supervise personnel engaged in setting tables, serving meals, reheating meals, cleaning and maintaining dining area or cafeteria equipment and facilities. To be responsible for making frequent inspections to assure compliance with established State Sanitary Standards. To assist a dietitian or other superior in the application of established standards for food preparation and service. To assist a superior in the instruction of subordinates in the operation and maintenance of food service equipment. To apply general and modified diets as established by a dietitian. As required, to be responsible for food storage, handling and refrigeration. To be responsible for food requisitioning and the keeping of food inventory records. To prepare and submit recurring and special reports. To attend dietary department and multi‑discipline committee meetings, as required. To be responsible for scheduling and assigning subordinates to specific work areas. To assist dietitian in establishing and implementing selective and non‑selective recurring menu programs. To do related work as required. Education Such as may have been gained through the completion of twelve school grades. Experience Such as may have been gained through employment in a food service program in the public or private sector. Combination of Education and Experience Or, any combination of education and experience that shall be substantially equivalent to the above education and experience. Additional Required Qualifications Knowledges, skills and capacities: a working knowledge of the methods and practices of food service utilized in dining areas or cafeterias; a working knowledge of health hazards in food service and the necessary precautionary measures to avoid or eliminate such hazards; the ability to assist a dietitian or other superior in the application of established standards for food preparation and service; the ability to supervise, instruct and review the work of subordinates engaged in providing a food service program and in the use and care of food service implements and equipment; the ability to make inspections of food preparation and service areas to assure compliance with established sanitary standards; the ability to prepare and submit recurring and special reports; the ability to deal with the public in a courteous and tactful manner; and related capacities and abilities. Preferred Qualifications Prior supervisory experiences in restaurant or food service environment. FLSA FLSA Non‑Exempt Full Time / Part Time Full Time / Part Time Full‑time Work Schedule 40 hours/week Tuesday – Saturday

12:00PM – 8:30PM

Academic or Calendar Year Academic or Calendar Year Calendar Benefits Full‑time employees enjoy an array of benefits including: Health and Wellness – Medical, Dental & Vision Wellness Incentives and Rewards Paid time Off – Vacation, Sick & Holiday Disability and Insurance Benefits Education Benefits – Tuition waivers for RIC , CCRI & URI Reports To (Title) Assistant Director, Dining Procurement & Resources Position Status Permanent – C Posting Information Number of positions available: 1 Anticipated Start Date: 06/04/2026 Application Open Date: Application Close Date: Supplemental Questions Required fields are indicated with an asterisk (*). Required Documents Resume Optional Documents Cover Letter Contact Information Rhode Island College 600 Mount Pleasant Avenue Providence, RI 02908 View phone number on click.appcast.io EEO Statement Rhode Island College is an equal opportunity employer. The institution does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, sex, disability religion, age, veteran status, or any other protected status under applicable law. Rhode Island College is committed to maintain a workplace and educational environment that supports equal opportunity, professionalism and respectful engagement for all community members. #J-18808-Ljbffr Rhode Island College