"Sr Food Services Worker / Assistant Supervisor - Starbucks"

Job Description

This position serves as a first line assistant supervisor responsible for preparation, production and/or serving of food items in Starbucks. May determine work priorities and assigns work to food service workers and students. Provides guidance and training in food preparation, serving techniques, safe operation of equipment and proper sanitation. Plans cooking and preparation schedules to assure timetables are met. Prepares, season, cooks, fires and bakes food according to standard recipes following portion control standards. Modifies recipes and/or production amounts. Ensures optimal quality of food throughout preparation and service. Prepares food items for individual serving following portion control standards. Determines food quantities, prepares estimates of time, labor and materials for assigned tasks. Oversees maintenance of inventory, food consumption and other food service records. Operates a variety of manual and/or automatic kitchen equipment such as ovens, grills, mixers, slicers, etc. Handles operational readiness and safety of equipment and supplies. Adheres to university and Health Department quality standards. Advises supervisor concerning quantity and quality of food and supplies. Performs other related duties as assigned. Normally, employees on a 5-hour shift receive a free meal. Uniforms are provided at no cost but must be maintained by the employee.

Job Requirements

Required Education and Experience: High school diploma or GED or graduate of culinary school, AND 12 months of restaurant/customer service experience.

Skills: Uses tools, such as knives, splicers, potato peelers, etc. and/or small kitchen equipment in a manner requiring reasonable proficiency. Skilled in the safe, sanitary, and effective handling of food, cooking utensils, food processing equipment, walk-in refrigeration, elevators, cash registers, dishwashers, time clock, etc. Performs addition, subtraction, multiplication, simple accounting, and division effectively. Reads and interprets routine written materials, menus, instructions and e-mails. Communicates effectively, in English, orally and/or in writing. Understands and demonstrates Housing and Food Services core values. Basic understanding of nutrition and portion control. Understands and applies time and attendance guidelines. Able to handle varying workloads and meet deadlines. Communicate orally and in writing. Adaptable and flexible - will be expected to work at other campus restaurants and home football game Saturdays. Basic math and computer skills.

Advertised Physical/Environmental Requirements: Perseverance for fast-paced and demanding responsibilities. Exposure to disagreeable conditions. Frequent and repetitive arm and wrist movement. Exposure to chemicals and noxious odors. Ability to lift objects up to 50 lbs, and push/pull up to 100 lbs. Ability to stand and/or walk for long periods in varying temperatures. Climb stairs as necessary. As essential personnel, may be required to work during University closings, including nights and weekends.

Department Preferences: ServSafe Certification; 12+ months of restaurant kitchen/cooking supervisory/lead experience.

Supervision of Others: Supervises a small staff.

Supervision: Position receives general supervision from supervisor and restaurant manager.

Certifications: Safe Food Handling and Sanitation Certification may be required; If hired, Hepatitis A Vaccine required or annual testing.

Special Instructions: If selected as a final candidate, subject to The University of Oklahoma Norman Campus Tuberculosis Testing policy. To view the policy, visit https://hr.ou.edu/Policies-Handbooks/TB-Testing.

Equal Employment Opportunity Statement: The University does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, marital status, genetic information, gender identity/expression, age, religion, disability, political beliefs, or status as a veteran in any of its policies, practices, or procedures.