Culinary Supervisor

Culinary Supervisor

Join Campus Auxiliary Services at SUNY Geneseo!

Our people are the lifeline of the organization. We are committed to continuously developing our employees in an environment of trust and integrity. We strive to cultivate a culture that produces inclusivity, passion, celebration of accomplishments and strong communication. As a teammate in our culinary and dining services, operations or administration teams, you will have the opportunity to utilize skills in the areas of exceptional customer service, team collaboration, adaptability and determination. As one of our teammates, you not only have the opportunity to serve others and immerse yourself in the organization you get paid to make a true difference!

Our mission is to provide essential services that positively impact campus life and all who engage in our community, including students, faculty, staff, guests, and friends of the college.

Our values are:

• Community
• Acceptance
• Success

The Culinary Supervisor is responsible for the daily operation of the kitchen. The Culinary Supervisor assists in preparing menus, testing of recipes, staffing of events, training back of house staff, the quality of food, ordering and production of the food, organization of events from beginning to completion. The Culinary Supervisor is responsible for assisting the restaurant and caf employees with providing a high-quality culinary experience at SUNY Geneseo.

Essential functions include:

• Providing supervision and direction to staff and coordinating workflow within the work unit
• Ensuring an effective learning environment by coaching employees
• Maintaining and inspecting food receiving, preparation, production and storage areas
• Maintaining a safe, secure, and healthy work environment
• Ensuring coverage of openings based on unexpected absences
• Assisting with ensuring that proper production techniques are followed
• Overseeing the service of meals to ensure that the quality, portioning and procedures are correct
• Implementing product promotions
• Evaluating effectiveness of procedures and identifying changes to enhance processes
• Identifying and implementing ways to streamline and improve efficiencies
• Other duties may be assigned to reach individual and organizational goals

Skills and competencies include:

• Excellent communication skills
• Strong leadership
• Problem-solving
• Customer service
• Business acumen

Education and experience required:

• High school diploma/GED or equivalent experience required. One year of culinary experience. Associates degree or equivalent from a two-year college/technical school preferred or equivalent combination of education and experience. Supervisory experience preferred.

Physical requirements include:

• Ability to stand or sit for prolonged periods of time
• Ability to lift and move up to 40 pounds occasionally
• Occasional computer use

Scope and direction:

• Reports to: Restaurant and Caf management
• Direct reports: This position has indirect reports
• FSLA status: Non-Exempt
• Rate of pay: $23.16 per hour

Benefits package includes:

• Comprehensive health and wellness including health, dental, vision, FSA or HSA for full time employees
• Retirement savings with employer match contributions
• Life/Disability Insurance
• Generous paid time off
• Paid holidays
• Complimentary dining at our on-campus restaurants and cafes
• Career growth opportunities
• My Better Benefits discount services
• Complimentary uniform and shoe allowances when applicable

In support of the ADA, this job description lists only the responsibilities and qualifications deemed essential to the position. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. Campus Auxiliary Services is an Equal Opportunity Employer. This policy prohibits discrimination on the basis of sex, race, color, religion, creed, national origin, age, marital status, sexual orientation, gender expression and/or identity, disability, genetic predisposition, veteran status or status as a member of any other protected group or activity.