Hybrid Work Availability (requires some time on campus): No
Purpose of Position
The purpose of this position is to direct the production staff while working alongside of them to prepare and serve products according to Dining Services mission to our customers. This position also directs the safety and sanitation policies and procedures for the production areas. It is a working position that includes motivating staff, directing staff, and communicating with the management team.
Duties & Responsibilities
Production of products for service to customers
Directs and or does the production of all entrees and accompaniments according to the FoodPro production recipes/reports.
Directs and or does pre-prep for all production items under their responsibilities
Does Display/Cook-to-Order cooking in concepts
Prepares menu items for assigned catered function
Interacts positively with customers when display cooking and when in service areas
Supervisory duties for full time, part -time and student staff
Provides instruction for Cooks, Assistant Cooks, part-time and student staff assisting in assigned production
Trains and Mentors all staff according to UND Dining Services Policies and Procedures stressing production, sanitation and safety
Directs staff to ensure production meets deadlines, maintaining the highest quality of freshness using progressive/batch cooking techniques
Follows and implements all safety and sanitation policy and procedures
Use thermometers in the process of achieving the proper temperatures for the various products, record temperatures, and check on products being held to insure safe temperatures, record temperatures for the coolers and freezer and advise supervisor if temperature requirements are not met
Use the proper procedures to clean and to sanitize the various work areas and the large and small equipment used in production
Use proper sanitation/production procedures in the production of products in order to avoid contamination (cross contamination with cutting boards, knives, etc.), minimize the duration products are in the danger temperature zone, reduce direct contact with hand, minimize reheating products to one time using an approved method and not to combine older product into fresh
Participates in leadership roles and responsibilities
Attends unit and other department meetings
Reviews access counts, recipes and communication log to facilitate the organization of production
Required Competencies
Strong communication, interpersonal and organizational skills.
Must be able to move 45-50 pounds and stand 3 to 4 hours at a time
Ability to read and comprehend reports and basic math skills to complete reports.
Self-motivated
Ability to motivate others
Ability to make timely decisions and deal with stressful situations
Have an optimistic attitude, high degree of integrity, and a strong work ethic
Minimum Requirements
Three years of progressive experience in large volume food production and with catered events and garnishing
Knowledgeable with the materials, equipment and food used in the food business
Requires knowledge with computers and software programs
Progressive supervisory experience with all age groups
Experience with concept/display cooking
Supervisory experience
Successful completion of a Criminal History Background Check
In compliance with federal law, all persons hired will be required to verify identity and eligibility to work in the US and to complete the required employment eligibility verification form upon hire. This position does not support visa sponsorship for continued employment.