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Manager, Food Services - Alabama 4-H Center

Employer
Auburn University
Location
Alabama, United States
Salary
Salary Not Specified
Date posted
Mar 23, 2023


Position Details

Position Information

Requisition Number

S2552P

Home Org Name

ACES Support 4H Center

Division Name

AL Cooperative Extension System

Position Title

Manager, Food Services - Alabama 4-H Center

Job Class Code

CA04

Appointment Status

Full-time

Part-time FTE

Limited Term

No

Limited Term Length

Job Summary

This position is located in Columbiana, Alabama.

Who we are: The 4-H Youth Development Center of the Alabama Cooperative Extension System is a full-service, camp and conference facility nestled on nearly 200 acres of lush woodlands on Lay Lake in Columbiana, Alabama. We serve audiences of all sizes and ages ranging from hundreds of youth attending traditional overnight summer camp to year-round school groups participating in 4-H Science School activities to adult groups on a corporate retreat. The center also host weddings, receptions, and other special events.

Who we’re looking for: We are seeking a service-oriented individual that strives for excellence & innovation not only for themselves but also for their team! We expect all of our employees to uphold the following values: service excellence, team, inclusiveness, accountability and integrity. The Food Service Manager must be willing to work hard and have a can-do attitude. We work as a team at the Alabama 4-H Center, which means sometimes helping in other areas as needed!

Perks & Benefits: In addition to working at a beautiful location, this position will be an employee of Auburn University. Auburn University was named by Forbes Magazine as one of the state of Alabama’s best employers, with employees staying an average of ten years. Employees enjoy competitive benefits that include top-notch health insurance, generous retirement plans, tuition assistance for employees and dependents, flexible spending accounts and more!

Learn more about Auburn’s impact and generous employee benefits by visiting aub.ie/working-at-auburn .

Auburn University is committed to a diverse and inclusive campus environment. Visit www.auburn.edu/inclusion to learn more about our commitment to expanding equity and inclusion for all.

Essential Functions
  • This individual will lead a team in providing outstanding meals and service to create an extraordinary dining experience for all our guests.
  • Facilitate process improvement, strategic planning, scheduling, training and team development, quality control, supply chain coordination, and cost statements
  • Maintain the required standards of operation in daily kitchen activities
  • Effectively communicate with customers, staff and leadership
  • Identify & solve problems; asking for help when necessary
  • Prepare kitchen for meal preparation.
  • Keeps kitchen and equipment used in meal preparation cleaned properly.
  • Places food and supply orders with vendors. Checks invoices for accuracy. Maintains accurate inventory for all food and supplies.
  • Trains and coaches new and existing staff on department policies and procedures, health department regulations and safety procedures.
  • Plans, prepares, and delivers guests meals.
  • Creates a variety menu options for diverse groups and guests including youth groups and summer camps to special events including weddings, rehearsal dinners, reunions and receptions.
  • Develops elaborate menu options for diverse organizations including corporate, youth, faith based, etc. as well as, develops alternative menus for specific dietary restrictions.
  • Prepares and instructs other cooks on meal preparation, quantity of food to prepare and instructions on new menu items and/or special needs.
  • Recruits, hires & retains staff
  • Coordinates work schedule for staffing needs.
  • Maintains records and upkeeps for annual city/county food inspections
  • Participates in industry trade associations and meetings
  • Coordinates with suppliers to oversee orders, food costs and profit margins
  • Full supervisory responsibility for other employees including training, evaluating, and making or recommending pay, promotion or other employment decisions
  • Other duties as requested to ensure the success of all Alabama 4-H Center events.
Minimum Qualifications

Minimum Qualifications

Education: High School Diploma or equivalent

Experience: 4 years of experience in food services including food preparation and use of cooking equipment

Minimum Required Knowledge: Knowledge of state and local health department regulations related to food storage and preparation

Minimum Skills, License, and Certifications

Minimum Skills and Abilities

Minimum Technology Skills

Minimum License and Certifications

Desired Qualifications

Desired Qualifications
  • Experience using Rational ovens
  • Experience catering weddings and receptions
  • ServSafe Manager’s Certification
  • Previous supervisory experience
Posting Detail Information

Salary Range

$40,100 - $64,200

Job Category

Other

Working Hours if Non-Traditional

City position is located in:

Columbiana

State position is located:

Alabama

List any hazardous conditions or physical demands required by this position

Posting Date

03/23/2023

Closing Date

04/03/2023

EEO Statement

Auburn University is committed to an inclusive and diverse campus environment.

Women, underrepresented groups, individuals with disabilities and veterans are encouraged to apply.

AUBURN UNIVERSITY IS AN AFFIRMATIVE ACTION / EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER . It is our policy to provide equal employment opportunities for all individuals without regard to race, sex, religion, color, national origin, age, disability, protected veteran status, genetic information, sexual orientation, gender identity, or any other classification protected by applicable law.

Special Instructions to Applicants

Quick Link for Internal Postings

https://www.auemployment.com/postings/36464
Documents Needed to Apply
Required Documents
  1. Resume
  2. Cover Letter
Optional DocumentsSupplemental Questions

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  1. * Please select how you first became aware of this opportunity. Your response helps us determine how we can more effectively reach our candidates.
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  2. * Please select the answer that best describes your current employment relationship with Auburn University:
    • Current full-time Auburn or AUM employee within probationary period
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  3. * Do you have a high school diploma or equivalent?
    • Yes
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  4. * Do you have 4 years of experience in food services including food preparation and use of cooking equipment?
    • Yes
    • No


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