Title: Food Service Supervisor- Union Kitchen

Employee Classification: Food Service Supervisor

Campus: University of North Texas

Division: UNT-Student Affairs

SubDivision-Department: UNT-Dining Service

Department: UNT-Catering-163730

Job Location: Denton

Salary: salary commensurate with experience

FTE: 1.000000

Retirement Eligibility:

About Us - Values Overview:

Department Summary

Why work for UNT Dining? Our employees explain. – YouTube

It’s About the Food. As the largest self-supported food service department in North Texas, UNT Dining Services offers 5 Dining Halls, 20+ retail venues, an upscale dining restaurant, a hydroponic garden, a central scratch bakery, and catering service—all led by professionally-trained chefs and hospitality experts. UNT is recognized as a national leader in university dining due to the department’s innovative, trendsetting approach to food service and award-winning culinary talent. UNT operates Mean Greens Café, the nation’s first 100% vegan collegiate Dining Hall, and Kitchen West, Texas’ first and only university Dining Hall Certified Free From™ the Big 8 Food Allergens and Gluten Kitchens with Confidence. In early 2021, UNT opened its first standalone Dining Hall, Eagle Landing, inspired by urban food halls and home to seven unique restaurant concepts, all available for a single Meal Plan swipe. UNT was named No. 2 in the nation as a college with the best food by Delish.com and is also the recipient of the prestigious Loyal E. Horton Award and Vegan Recipe Award from the National Association of College and University Food Services. As a founding member of the Menus of Change University Research Collaborative, UNT contributes to groundbreaking research on plant-forward diets, food waste reduction, and consumer food choices while accelerating the implementation of the Menus of Change Principles of Healthy, Sustainable Menus.

Position Overview

Union Kitchen Supervisor is a leadership position that requires a thorough understanding of the catering operations, client expectations, and university resources. These elements are needed to ensure assigned events are successful. Union Kitchen Supervisors are responsible for flawless execution of assigned events and overall floor operations, cleanliness, and organization

Minimum Qualifications

High school diploma/GED equivalent and two years' of experience in institutional or commercial food preparation, including one year of supervisory experience; or any equivalent combination of experience, education, or training.

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities

Ability to follow detailed oral and written instructions; ability to direct and manage the work of others. Ability to work from written menus, standard recipes and oral instructions. Ability to maintain records and complete forms accurately. Ability to apply mathematical concepts to complete tasks (example: checking orders for quantity). Considerable knowledge of the materials, methods, and equipment used in preparing food on a large scale. Considerable knowledge of health hazards in food preparation and service, and knowledge of necessary precautionary measures. Knowledge of food values and menu planning. Ability to train personnel in the care and use of equipment and in standard practices and methods used in largescale food service. Knowledge of safety and security precautions appropriate to work performed.

Preferred Qualifications

The preferred candidate will possess the following additional qualifications:
Two years of supervisory experience.
Great work ethic.
Outgoing personality.
Eager to excel and grow with our exciting Dining Department

Required License/Registration/Certifications

Job Duties:

• Employee is timely. Shows up within 5 minutes of the scheduled time, ready to work. 
• When absent or tardy, calls the manager or supervisor at least one hour prior to shift beginning. Helps cover shift when possible. 
• Does not have excessive absenteeism in accordance with UNT Dining Attendance Guideline 
• Department standards are to be maintained and upheld for all assigned events. This includes, but not limited to, grooming, time/attendance, food safety, service, cleanliness organization. 
• Exhibits exemplary grooming standards. Consistently used as a model for new hires. 
• Guarantees that all food is handled and served in accordance with HAACP and Food Department guidelines. Monitors equipment and fills out HAACP logs. (ZERO EXCEPTIONS) 
• Ensures that Food Service Workers and student workers have all tools and products necessary to successfully complete their jobs. 
• Contributes to the success of the department by using positive statements about the Food Department and coworkers. 
• Attend and complete all assigned continuing education courses. 
• Educate staff through line ups, training classes etc to inform them of the standards. 
• Keeps self and employees motivated and productive. 
• Set clear expectations and hold accountable for shortfall if any. 
• Constructive feedback to be addressed immediately and emphatically. 
• Share concerns openly with Leadership Team and take appropriate action as needed. 
• Looks for additional responsibilities when not busy. Sets up the next shift for success. 
• Works smart. Sets up systems to ensure workflow is not interrupted when an employee is not present. 
• Cleaning supplies/equipment to be included per location. Paper towels, spray bottles, latex gloves, broom, dust pan, mop, mop bucket, floor scrubber, squeegee, metal scrub pad, dish washer. 
• Exercises discretion in sharing Dining Service information with others. Does not talk negatively about Dining Services or employees. 

Work Schedule:

Hours Vary

Driving University Vehicle:

No

Security Sensitive:

This is a Security Sensitive Position.

Special Instructions:

Benefits:

For information regarding our Benefits, click here.

EEO Statement:

The University of North Texas System is firmly committed to equal opportunity and does not permit -- and takes actions to prevent -- discrimination, harassment (including sexual violence) and retaliation on the basis of race, color, religion, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, disability, genetic information, or veteran status in its application and admission processes, educational programs and activities, facilities and employment practices. The University of North Texas System immediately investigates complaints of discrimination and takes remedial action when appropriate. The University of North Texas System also takes actions to prevent retaliation against individuals who oppose any form of harassment or discriminatory practice, file a charge or report, or testify, assist or participate in an investigative proceeding or hearing.