Food Service Supervisor - Memorial Union

Food Service Supervisor

The Wisconsin Union is recruiting for a shift supervisor! The position is part of the team that oversees some of our most popular venues in the Memorial Union: Lakefront Lounge, Daily Scoop, Strada, and the summer terrace BBQ stand.

Job duties include:

• Overseeing quality food preparation and presentation
• Guiding and directing staff
• Training and supervision of student staff
• Customer service
• Assisting on the floor in operations and food preparation

Physical Demands:

• Ability to lift and carry 50 pounds occasionally needed
• Ability to work outside in inclement weather needed.

Work Schedule and Location:

This position is scheduled to work a combination of days, nights and weekends, with 2 days off in a row.

Operational and work schedules will be closely aligned with the services and customer needs of our units. As a result, work schedules will be adjusted during specific times of the year to meet demand.

Key Job Responsibilities:

• Leads and provides exceptional customer service, answers questions, and provides information regarding food preparation, catering, and associated activities
• Assigns and coordinates the day-to-day activities of food service staff
• Performs routine and non-routine food preparation activities including cook to order and specialty foods
• Cleans, inspects, and maintains kitchen equipment and work areas
• Other duties as described and assigned by supervisor
• Enforcement of State and Local drinking laws and University policies and procedures.

Compensation: The expected starting salary is 22.50/hour. This position is also eligible for weekend and night differential pay.

This position offers a comprehensive benefits package, including generous paid time off, competitively priced health/dental/vision/life insurance, tax-advantaged savings accounts, and participation in the nationally recognized Wisconsin Retirement System (WRS) pension fund.

Required Qualifications:

• Previous restaurant experience

Preferred Qualifications:

• Previous restaurant experience in supervisory or lead role

Certifications:

• ServSafe Certificate required or able to obtain within 6 months of hire
• Alcohol Server License required or able to obtain within 6 months of hire

How to Apply:

Click the "Apply" button to start the application process. You will be prompted to upload your resume.

Applicants should attach a resume detailing their training and experience relating to the required and preferred qualifications referenced above. The application reviewers will be relying on application materials to determine which qualified applicants will advance in the recruitment process.

Application Deadline:

This job will be posted until filled.