Department
IMU DINING (BA-DIMU-IUBLA)
Department Information
IU Dining and Hospitality embraces and expands Indiana University's core values of education, innovation, and tradition which embody the true spirit of Hoosier hospitality.
Through meticulous planning and coordination, constant innovation, and a keen attention to detail, IU Catering staff use fresh, seasonal ingredients to deliver spectacular client-driven culinary experiences, from piping hot coffee and in-house baked pastries for a meeting of 20 to a sumptuous 5 course meal and elegant custom cake for a wedding of 200 - on campus and throughout Bloomington.
Job Summary
IU Catering is looking for highly committed individuals interested in gaining valuable supervisory experience by joining IU Catering as a Part-time Shift Supervisor. In this role, working with a team of IU Catering part-time staff, you will have the opportunity to assume management responsibilities related to running a successful shift which includes food preparation, running events, operating a Point Of Sale (POS) device and maintaining sanitation and appearance.
Department Specific Responsibilities
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Works under the supervision of the catering management team and certified sous chef (or designated culinary leader where a sous chef is not assigned).
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Assists in coordinating the placement of part-time staff.
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Trains entry-level part-time staff in the performance of their jobs and duties while ensuring that proper sanitation procedures, serving methods, and customer service standards are followed.
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Monitors work performance of part-time staff for quality, accuracy, and completeness to ensure these meet department needs and standards. Works to promote part-time employee development and growth.
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Assists with the management, setting, working, and clearing of events operation to include the placement or release of staff, opening or closing of POS stations with appropriate reconciliation processes including cash handling, proper facility cleaning procedures, security of facility and familiarity with emergency procedures
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Assists with the counting of weekly and monthly inventory. Responds to and resolves guest/client complaints and concerns in order to maintain positive guest/client relations.
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Represents the catering unit management team in the absence of the catering manager and/or assistant catering managers.
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Assists with driving catering vehicles as necessary.
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Performs other duties as assigned.
Qualifications
EDUCATION
Required
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General knowledge at the high school level
WORK EXPERIENCE
Required
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Experience as an IU Dining/IU Catering part-time employee for 10 consecutive weeks from date of hire, or comparable experience outside of IU Dining/IU Catering
LICENSES AND CERTIFICATES
Required
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Food Safety Training within 180 days from date of hire
SKILLS
Required
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Possess knowledge of institutional food preparation, equipment, operation and maintenance
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Knowledge and practice of department standards for personal hygiene, health and safety and uniform wear
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Knowledge of standards as described in employee handbooks and department postings
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Able to understand and follow instructions and able to read and interpret recipes, worksheets, and menus
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Strong communication skills
Working Conditions / Demands
This position requires tasks typically associated with back-of-the-house food service work and cleaning/ware washing. It involves periods of both sedentary work and times of frequent movement about the workspace. Using commercial kitchen equipment and tools, moving supplies weighing from 20-50 pounds, and effective communication skills are necessary. The role requires the ability to detect items in close proximity as well as far away; discern between colors; detect objects in peripheral space of self; discern items in detail; and to have good depth perception. This role also will work indoors around both hot and cold temperatures and loud noises. This role involves handling meat and plant-based food products as well as a variety of ingredients that may include some or all of the top 9 allergens in the preparation of menu items and during the course of cleaning and ware-washing tasks. The person in this role must be able to perform the essential functions with or without an accommodation.
Additional Information
Students who are eligible for Federal Work-Study are encouraged to apply. To check your eligibility, log in to your Student Center (SIS) and navigate to the Financials section of your account. There, you can review your financial aid package and confirm your work-study status.
Work Location
Bloomington, Indiana
Advertised Salary
$13.75 per hour
Work Hours
Ability to work at least 16 hours per week
Position is capped at 29 hours per week.
Benefits Overview
For full-time staff employees, Indiana University offers a wide array of benefits including:
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Comprehensive medical and dental insurance
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Health savings account with generous IU contributions
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Healthcare and dependent care flexible spending accounts
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Basic group life insurance paid by IU
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Voluntary supplemental life, long-term disability, critical illness, and supplemental accidental death and dismemberment insurance
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Base retirement plan with generous IU contributions, subject to vesting
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Voluntary supplemental retirement plan options
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Tuition subsidy for employees and family members taking IU courses
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10 paid holidays plus a paid winter break each year
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Generous paid time off plans
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Paid leave for new parents and IU-sponsored volunteer events
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Employee assistance program (EAP)
Learn more about our benefits by reviewing the IU Benefit Programs Brochure.
Job Classification
Career Level: Part Time Employee
FLSA: Nonexempt
Job Function: Part Time Employee
Job Family: Part Time Employee
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Posting Disclaimer
This posting is scheduled to close at 11:59 pm EST on the advertised Close Date. This posting may be closed at any time at the discretion of the University, but will remain open for a minimum of 5 business days. To guarantee full consideration, please submit your application within 5 business days of the Posted Date.
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Equal Employment Opportunity
Indiana University is an equal opportunity employer and provider of ADA services and prohibits discrimination in hiring. See Indiana University Notice of Non-Discrimination here which includes contact information.
Campus Safety and Security
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