Food Service Leader at Texas Tech University in Lubbock, TX

Supervises and directs work involving direction of employees involved in the preparation and replenishment of food and/or custodial duties of the food service areas.

About the University

Founded in 1923, Texas Tech University began with a mission to serve the needs of West Texas, but its impact has always reached far beyond. Today, Texas Tech, located in Lubbock (pop. 300,000+), is home to a vibrant community of more than 42,000 students.Texas Tech's 1,800-acre campus showcases Spanish Renaissance architecture and is home to one of the country's largest public art collections. Its 13 colleges include a prestigious School of Law and a distinguished School of Veterinary Medicine. These programs equip students with the skills and knowledge needed to excel in their respective fields. Built on the values of West Texas — hard work, grit and authenticity — the university graduates students who are deeply engaged in service to their communities and well-positioned to succeed in the world. Texas Tech is committed to achieving research and scholarly accomplishments that compare favorably to the member institutions of the Association of American Universities (AAU). For more than 100 years, Texas Tech has been a premier destination for those seeking a world-class education and a unique, personalized experience as a member of the Red Raider family.

Major/Essential Functions

• Observe and evaluate workers and work procedures to ensure quality standards and service, and complete disciplinary write-ups.
• Perform routine tasks consistently.
• Knows and applies food safety policies and procedures for the department.
• Take and record the temperature of food and food storage areas, such as refrigerators and freezers.
• Schedule staff hours and assign duties.
• Maintain food and equipment inventories.
• Monitor and coordinate food preparation: Personnel, economics, methods, portion sizes, and presentation must follow guidelines set by the department and be completed in an acceptable and timely manner.
• Operate and clean food service equipment without supervision.
• Supervise and participate in food preparation, meal presentation, front of the house maintenance and cleaning activities.
• Be a team member and positively influence co-workers.
• Train workers in food preparation, equipment use, customer service, sanitation, and safety procedures.
• Perform various financial activities such as cash handling, per supervisor's approval.

Required Qualifications

Graduation from high school or the equivalent plus two (2) years experience in large scale commercial or institutional food operations; additional experience may substitute for education on a year for year basis.

Safety Information

Adherence to robust safety practices and compliance with all applicable health and safety regulations are responsibilities of all TTU employees.