Food Service Supervisor - Dining Services, University Housing
University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign
Food Service Supervisor - Dining Services, University Housing
Dining Services, University Housing
Job Summary
Responsible for supervision of the staff, student employees, and operations in the dining hall, retail and for catering events. Receives direction and oversite from the dining location Unit Manager (FSA III) in Dining Services. Assists in implementing overall policies, procedures, and operations. Supervisors will engage and implement University Housing's diversity, equity, and inclusion initiatives.Duties & Responsibilities
- Staff Supervision
• Supervises, trains, and assigns production tasks for culinary staff, sanitation laborers, and student employees.
• Hires and schedules student employees.
• Addresses performance concerns in accordance with established procedures. - Manage Service Delivery
• Supervises front-of-the-house service area and the presentation of food served.
• Coordinates coverage of staff duties and student tasks, including ensuring health code and sanitation expectations are followed.
• Responsible for the general appearance and operation of a dining room or retail location.
• Coordinates and assists in the preparation of food and maintaining supplies.
• Assists in planning and serving at banquets and special functions.
• Communicates with Food Service and Unit Manager regarding the planning of menus and special events. - Administrative
• Manage the dining service unit in the absence of the Food Production Chef and the Unit Manager.
• Assists in ordering, requisitioning food and supplies from various vendors.
• Assists in supervising recipe standardization in the unit.
• Participates in menu management and departmental meetings.
• Maintains accurate production records: inventory, actuals, and forecasting.
• Checks in food deliveries and rotates stock in the absence of a storekeeper. - Performs other related duties as assigned.
Physical Demands
Working Conditions
Additional Physical Demands
Physical Demands: Position works in a kitchen area which is heated by ovens and stoves. Position involves light lifting, frequently moving through assigned events and remaining in a stationary position for long periods. Occasional moderate lifting and cooking when the unit experiences a shortage in personnel.Working Conditions: The work is performed in an Industrial Kitchen where there is some discomfort in low temperature areas (-10 degrees F) and/or high temperature areas (90 degrees F). There is risk involved when working with dangerous machinery, wet floors, and exposure to open flames. JOB.
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS
CREDENTIALS TO BE VERIFIED BY PLACEMENT OFFICER
High school diploma or equivalent.
KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES (KSAs)
Ability to supervise.
Appointment Information
This is a 100% full-time Civil Service 3498 - Food Service Supervisor position, appointed on a 12-month basis. The expected start date is as soon as possible after the posting close date. The budgeted salary range for the position is $25.69/hr. to $27.37/hr.
Sponsorship for work authorization is not available for this position.
Fully-onsite – This position will be expected to work at the University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign campus on a full-time basis per the University’s Workplace Flexibility policy.
For more information on employment at University Housing, please visit our recruitment website at: Employment with University Housing
For more information on Civil Service classifications, please visit the SUCSS web site at https://www.sucss.illinois.gov/pages/classspec/default.aspx.
Application Procedures & Deadline Information
Applications must be received by 6:00 pm (Central Time) on 10/10/25. Apply for this position using the Apply Now button at the top or bottom of this posting. In order to be considered as a transfer candidate, you must apply for this position.
When applying, please submit a cover letter, resume, and three professional references including email addresses and phone numbers.
Applications not submitted through https://jobs.illinois.edu will not be considered. If required by the position, transcripts or other documentation of credentials are to be provided no later than the first day of employment. For further information about this specific position, please contact Housing Human Resources at careers@housing.illinois.edu. For questions regarding the application process, please contact 217-333-2137.
The University of Illinois offers a very competitive benefits portfolio, depending on the position. Click for a complete list of Employee Benefits.
The University of Illinois System is an equal opportunity employer, including but not limited to disability and/or veteran status, and complies with all applicable state and federal employment mandates. Please visit Required Employment Notices and Posters to view our non-discrimination statement and find additional information about required background checks, sexual harassment/misconduct disclosures, and employment eligibility review through E-Verify.
Applicants with disabilities are encouraged to apply and may request a reasonable accommodation under the Americans with Disabilities Act (2008) to complete the application and/or interview process. Accommodations may also be requested on the basis of pregnancy, childbirth, and related conditions, or religion. Requests may be submitted through the reasonable accommodations portal, or by contacting the Accessibility & Accommodations Division of the Office for Access and Equity at 217-333-0885, or by emailing accessibility@illinois.edu.
Requisition ID: 1033047
Job Category: Service and Food Operations
Apply at: https://jobs.illinois.edu