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Assistant Manager: Catering

Oregon State University

Oregon State University

Department: Dining Centers (MHD)

Appointment Type: Professional Faculty

Job Location: Corvallis

Recommended Full-Time Salary Range: Salary is commensurate with skills, education, and experience.

Job Summary:

This recruitment will be used to fill one full-time Assistant Catering Manager position for University Housing and Dining Services at Oregon State University (OSU ). This is a full-time (1.00 FTE ), 12-month, professional faculty position.

University Catering offers inspired cuisine and exceptional service to campus students and guests. Dining Services focuses on local and sustainable ingredients, healthy food options and cooking from scratch. This is a year-round operation providing catering services both on and off campus. The University Catering operations team works in collaboration with kitchen personnel, venue management, and external clients to execute 10-40 catered events on a daily basis.

This position will provide leadership to the catering student employees and oversight of classified and student staff in completing daily events and objectives. This position will be responsible for a variety of administrative duties and logistical support to the catering manager and banquet manager. This position requires strong attention to detail, clear communication skills and maintaining execution and accountability for long and short-term goals. The dynamic nature of catering will require this position to occasionally have a varied schedule due to business needs, travel on and off campus to facilitate events and be active in both office settings and in the field. University Catering is a fast paced environment where sound decision making and sense of urgency are required. This is a team-oriented program and there will be occasions when it is necessary to support other events or areas beyond those assigned as a primary responsibility.

UHDS recognizes the importance of learning both in and out of the classroom and supports the concept of education as an individual as well as a community experience. UHDS strives to provide students, faculty, staff, and guests with safe, economical, convenient, and comfortable living and dining options, and the department works to maintain the highest educational and service standards. UHDS houses over 4,800 students and offers a variety of living and dining options in 15 residence halls, three dining centers, 10-14 retail and coffee shop locations across campus, a market, and a limited number of family apartments. UHDS is an auxiliary enterprise which is funded solely by customers who use our services — we receive no State or General fund allocation.

UHDS is committed to an appreciation for diversity, and fosters an open, respectful, and enjoyable living, learning and working environment. A personal and professional commitment to providing excellent customer service and creating inclusive environments is a core value of University Housing and Dining Services.

This position will adhere to all OSU and UHDS policies and procedures, State of Oregon food code, and OLCC rules and regulations.

This position will work with the Dining Leadership team to ensure compliance with the policies and procedures in the Collective Bargaining Agreement (CBA ) negotiated between Oregon State University and the SEIU /OPEU union.

Why OSU?

Working for Oregon State University is so much more than a job!

Oregon State University is a dynamic community of dreamers, doers, problem-solvers and change-makers. We don’t wait for challenges to present themselves — we seek them out and take them on. We welcome students, faculty and staff from every background and perspective into a community where everyone feels seen and heard. We have deep-rooted mindfulness for the natural world and all who depend on it, and together, we apply knowledge, tools and skills to build a better future for all.

FACTS :

• Top 1.4% university in the world
• More research funding than all public universities in Oregon combined
• 1 of 3 land, sea, space and sun grant universities in the U.S.
• 2 campuses, 11 colleges, 12 experiment stations, and Extension programs in all 36 counties
• 7 https://hr.oregonstate.edu/work-life/diversity-and-cultural-resources that offer education, celebration and belonging for everyone
• 100+ undergraduate degree programs, 80+ graduate degrees plus hundreds of minor options and certificates
• 35k+ students including more than 2.3k international students and 10k students of color
• 217k+ alumni worldwide
• For more interesting facts about OSU visit: https://oregonstate.edu/about

Locations:

Oregon State has a statewide presence with campuses in Corvallis and Bend, the OSU Portland Center and the Hatfield Marine Science Center on the Pacific Coast in Newport.

Oregon State’s beautiful, historic and state-of-the-art main campus is located in one of America’s best college towns. Corvallis is located close to the Pacific Ocean, the Cascade mountains and Oregon wine country. Nestled in the heart of the Willamette Valley, this beautiful city offers miles of mountain biking and hiking trails, a river perfect for boating or kayaking and an eclectic downtown featuring local cuisine, popular events and performances.

Total Rewards Package:

Oregon State University offers a https://hr.oregonstate.edu/benefits/prospective-employee with benefits eligible positions that is designed to meet the needs of employees and their families including:
• Medical, Dental, Vision and Basic Life. OSU pays 95% of premiums for you and your eligible dependents.
• Free confidential mental health and emotional support services, and counseling resources.
• Retirement savings paid by the university.
• A generous paid leave package, including holidays, vacation and sick leave.
• Tuition reduction benefits for you or your qualifying dependents at OSU or the additional six Oregon Public Universities.
• Robust Work Life programs including Dual Career assistance resources, flexible work arrangements, a Family Resource Center, Affinity Groups and an Employee Assistance Program.

Future and current OSU employees can use the https://hr.oregonstate.edu/benefits/new-employees/benefits-calculator to learn more about the full value of the benefits provided at OSU .

Key Responsibilities

50% Catering Operations
40% Employee Leadership and Supervision
10% Collaboration and other Duties

What You Will Need

Requires Associate’s degree in Hospitality, Culinary or Food Service Management, Nutrition, Business Administration, Public Administration, Finance, Education; or a five-year equivalent combination of education and experience in these areas.

A minimum of three years of full-time work experience in a commercial food service operation such as a large commercial restaurant, hotel, catering, or institution.

A minimum of two years of supervisory experience in a commercial food service operation such as a large commercial restaurant, hotel, catering, or institution.

• Demonstrated experience as a trainer with the ability to develop and implement programs that teach others.
• Experience with lead work and training employees.
• Demonstrated hands-on management, working in a cooperative and supportive fashion with all staff, assisting as appropriate with identifying problems and creating solutions.
• Demonstrated commitment to promoting and enhancing diversity
• Demonstrated ability to relate well to individuals and groups with widely varying backgrounds, perspectives, education and skills.
• Demonstrated commitment to provide outstanding customer service.
• Demonstrated organizational skills.
• Must have professional oral and written communication skill.
• Must have the ability to handle multiple tasks simultaneously and make sound decisions.
• Must have strong problem-solving skills and have the ability to make quick decisions under stress.
• Must have thorough knowledge of safety and sanitation principles and procedures.
• Ability to use a Windows-based computer, Microsoft Office, email, calendar and scheduling software.
• Must obtain an Oregon Food Handlers Certificate within 30 days of the hire date and maintain throughout employment with UHDS /OSU .
• Offers of employment will be contingent upon a satisfactory background check.
• Pursuant to UHDS policy, this position is required to maintain current CPR /AED certification within 90 days of employment, or when training becomes available.

This position is designated as a critical or security-sensitive position; therefore, the incumbent must successfully complete a criminal history check and be determined to be position qualified as per University Standard: 05-010 et seq. Incumbents are required to self-report convictions and those in youth programs may have additional criminal history checks every 24 months.

This position requires driving a university vehicle or a personal vehicle on behalf of the university; therefore, the incumbent must successfully complete a motor vehicle history check, possess and maintain a current, valid driver’s license in their state of residence, be determined to be position qualified and self-report convictions as per University Policy 05-030.

What We Would Like You to Have

• Experience within a college or university dining or catering setting.
• Working with a clientele that has various special diet needs.
• Proficient with Microsoft Office, and an ability to learn new software.
• Working knowledge of ServeSafe principles; certification required within 90 days of employment.
• OLLC License for handling and serving alcohol.

Working Conditions / Work Schedule

• Some work performed in an office setting
• May often deal with high noise levels due to nature of office space being in close proximity to catering production area and dish processing room.
• Required to work shift on your feet and perform frequent arm movements.
• The employee in this position will often be required to lift/carry/push/push/pull objects weighing up to 50 pounds.
• Must have the ability to make quick decisions under stress.
• UHDS dining operations run seven days per week, so weekends, evenings, and occasional holiday work will be required. OSU requires the ability to work a flexible schedule based on the needs of the business.
• Good attendance is crucial for stability and day-to-day business needs. Must follow attendance schedule and break schedule, and must be on time and in uniform when shift begins.
• This position is deemed essential and the incumbent is expected to report to work during inclement weather, emergency and other University work curtailments or closures.

Special Instructions to Applicants

To ensure full consideration, applications must be received by September 18, 2024. Applications will continue to be accepted after the full consideration date, until a sufficient applicant pool has been achieved or the position is filled. The closing date is subject to change without notice to applicants.

When applying you will be required to attach the following electronic documents:

1) A resume/CV; and

2) A cover letter indicating how your qualifications and experience have prepared you for this position.

You will also be required to submit the names of at least three professional references, their e-mail addresses and telephone numbers as part of the application process.

For additional information please contact: Mari Jaimes
mari.jaimes@oregonstate.edu
541-737-1600

OSU commits to inclusive excellence by advancing equity and diversity in all that we do. We are an Affirmative Action/Equal Opportunity employer, and particularly encourage applications from members of historically underrepresented racial/ethnic groups, women, individuals with disabilities, veterans, LGBTQ community members, and others who demonstrate the ability to help us achieve our vision of a diverse and inclusive community.

OSU will conduct a review of the National Sex Offender Public website prior to hire.

OSU is a fair chance employer committed to inclusive hiring. We encourage applications from candidates who bring a wide range of lived experience including involvement with the justice system. This job has “critical or security-sensitive” responsibilities. If you are selected as a finalist, your initial job offer will be contingent upon the results of a job-related pre-employment check (such as a background check, motor vehicle history check, sexual misconduct reference check, etc.). Background check results do not automatically disqualify a candidate. Take a look at our https://hr.oregonstate.edu/careers/background-checks website including the https://hr.oregonstate.edu/careers/candidates section for more details. If you have questions or concerns about the pre-employment check, please contact OSU’s Employee and Labor Relations team at employee.relations@oregonstate.edu.

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