Head of Food Services

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University Staff
Food Service Supervisor
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
Provide support and assist as needed in the implementation of plans and procedures in the event of an emergency
The primary schedule for this position typically consists of five, 8-hour shifts per week that may fall on any day of the week. Operational and work schedules will be closely aligned with the services and customer needs of the unit. As a result, work schedules may be adjusted during specific times of the year, including summer and winter break hours
This is a full-time ongoing appointment
Schedule alterations as operations and position expectations demand.
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. Adheres to federal, state, campus, and local food safety regulations, policies, and procedures

• Develops and schedules logistics and menus for daily and catering operations
• Cleans, inspects, and maintains kitchen equipment and work areas
• 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

University Housing/University Housing Dining & Culinary Services
University Housing Dining and Culinary Services provides affordable meals made from locally sourced ingredients and innovative dining options to residents, guests, and staff. Additionally, there are convenience stores, coffeehouses, and two franchises throughout campus, as well as a Catering, and Central Production and Bakery operation.

Within the Eagle Heights Community Garden, Dining and Culinary Services has a 1-acre Campus Farm producing vegetables that are used in menus in marketplaces, as well as in Grab & Go items in convenience stores and on the Electric Eats Food Truck.
The starting hourly wage is $22.50 or higher based on qualifications.
This position includes significant night and weekend shift differentials, a free meal for every shift, and a $1,000 referral bonus for each person hired. Employees in this position can expect to receive benefits such as generous vacation, holidays, and sick leave; competitive insurances and savings accounts; retirement benefits. 2 years of food service experience in a professional kitchen setting
~ A valid driver's license meeting UW Risk Management standards is required for catering positions and preferred for in-unit positions

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

Click the "Apply" button to start the application process. You will be prompted to upload your resume, detailing training and experience relating to the required and preferred qualifications referenced above. The application reviewers will be relying on written application materials to determine which qualified applicants will advance in the recruitment process. We are only able to consider completed application materials submitted by the deadline date.
Please note that successful applicants are responsible for ensuring their eligibility to work in the United States (i.e. a citizen or national of the United States, a lawful permanent resident, a foreign national authorized to work in the United States without the need of employer sponsorship) on or before the effective date of appointment.
University Housing Human Resources, View email address on click.appcast.io RELAY_SERVICE for further information.
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