Dining Operations Supervisor, Rhode Island School of Design
- Employer
- Rhode Island School of Design
- Location
- Rhode Island, United States
- Salary
- Salary Not Specified
- Date posted
- Jul 21, 2021
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Job Details
Job Summary
RISD Dining is actively seeking a Dining Operations Supervisor to join its in-house dining and catering program. Be a part of the group that delivers exceptional hospitality by supporting local farms through seasonally-inspired menus, and utilizing the strengths of its staff to provide the absolute best in culinary artistry to the greater community.
The Dining Operations Supervisor works primarily out of the Portfolio Cafe, and serves as an essential part of daily operations by providing direction, supervision, and leadership to the front-of-house and utility personnel, also serving as an essential part of the successful daily operations. This role works with the Unit Manager in the development of a variety of student and staff programming and events and assists in the production of well-prepared food items. The Supervisor maintains cleanliness and sanitation levels for the front-of-house areas including all preparation and serving areas, with strict attention to sanitation procedures. The successful candidate actively participates in a team setting, with keen attention to customer service, and to culinary and visual detail in support of dining’s mission.
Essential Functions
In support of Dining and Catering’s mission and values, the incumbent may be called upon to perform any one or a combination of the following functions listed below:
- Responsible for pre-preparation work necessary to facilitate
front-of-house and utility services in a timely manner for meal
periods. Assess staffing to effectively coordinate timely service
for meal periods. Responsible for hands-on production work and for
efficiently coordinating the work of others, including obtaining
stock, preparing specific items, assuring that all necessary items
have been ordered and are on hand.
- Evaluate the needs of, and assign work to daily front of house
and utility staff to ensure timely preparation of items,
anticipating production volume versus service requirements in an
all you care to eat dining program. Routinely evaluate programming
and event offerings with unit manager and others on the RISD dining
team, evaluating quality, overall appearance/presentation, and
customer response.
- Ensure all health code procedures are followed including but
not limited to: temperature management, personal hygiene and
sanitation.
- Regularly perform inventory of food items, ingredients and
supplies to maintain front-of-house working par levels. Make new
product recommendations based on customer feedback. Stay current on
trends in the industry.
- Actively participate in the training of new employees. Review
front-of-house and utility policies and procedures with new hires.
Reports any shortcomings in training to Unit Manager. Provide
ongoing training and in-services in front of the house and utility
areas. Conduct pre-meal meetings to ensure all members of staff are
familiar with what is being served.
Required Knowledge/Skills/Experience
Associates degree in Culinary Arts or hospitality and a minimum of three years catering culinary supervisory experience in a fast-paced, high-volume environment with rigorous quality standards or an equivalent combination of education and experience. Ability to read, write and follow written procedures. Strong oral and written communication skills required, including the ability to effectively communicate effectively with diverse and multilingual populations. Strong ability to work independently and as a member of a team. Computer literacy in Word and Excel required. Rhode Island sanitation/ServSafe certification is required or must be obtained within the orientation and review period. A valid driver’s license and good driving record is necessary.
Union:
No
Work Schedule:
This is a full-time, 40 hour per week position. Specific schedule to be discussed with candidates.
Dining and Catering staff are considered essential personnel and are therefore required to work even when the school is closed.
Employment Status:
Full-time, 40 hours per week
Grade:
04/PS
Documents Needed to Apply:
Resume (required)
Cover Letter (preferred)
Incomplete applications will not be considered. Please upload all required documents.
The successful candidate will be required to meet our pre-employment background screening requirements.
For certain positions, RISD is currently supporting remote work arrangements due to the pandemic. When work resumes in person, employees are expected to perform work on campus.
RISD recognizes diversity and inclusivity as fundamental to its learning community and integral to an art and design education. We welcome candidates whose experience has prepared them to contribute to our commitment to diversity and excellence. RISD is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Employment decisions are made without regard to race, color, religion, sex, age, national origin, disability, veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, genetics, or any other protected characteristic as established by law.
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Dining - Operations
Company
RISD is a college and museum founded in 1877 in Providence, RI. Today 2,620 students engage in 44 full-time bachelor’s and master’s degree programs, supported by a committed faculty and worldwide network of more than 31,000 alumni.
By cultivating expansive and elastic thinking, RISD equips artists, designers and scholars to generate and challenge the ideas that shape our world.
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