Job Description
Under general supervision by unit managers and supervisors, provide support to the receiving & ordering needs of the unit.Utilizing pars set forth by supervisor, contribute to the process of determining if additional product is needed to maintain adequate in-stocks.If necessary, retrieve product from remote location.Interact with vendors & delivery drivers to supply the unit's needs.Receive & review incoming shipments, & confirm quality & safety of product entering the facility, as well as accurate product delivery & invoicing.Communicate any discrepancies, credits, returns or any other invoice adjustments that may be needed to supervisor and financial assistant.Properly store food in the various storage areas; using proper safety standards including, but not limited to first in first out procedures, proper product designation.Stock sales floor shelves, storage and coolers/freezers with products, ingredients and supplies, following first in first out standards.Storefront products to display products in an attractive fashion.Maintain the flow of food product on an ongoing rotation for upcoming production needs and monitor and communicate code dates.Assist in any assigned culinary production and service staff by preparing ingredients & products.Participate in completion of unit inventory process as assigned.Operate unit assigned vehicles as needed to pick up/deliver goods on or off campus, following all Campus, Department & State guidelines for safety & traffic laws.Maintain work & storage areas clean & organized to promote efficiency & safety.Provide training & support to staff.Complete all mandated logs mandated to ensure proper temperatures and PPM levels are being maintained.Keep preparation, storage & service areas clean/debris free; proactively identify & correct hazards.Use chemicals per SDS.Adapt to changes or unusual circumstances in a way that promotes cooperation & minimizes disruption of the working environment.Interact with internal & external customers by demonstrating professionalism, enthusiasm, integrity & a welcoming attitude including greeting customers, interacting in a pleasant manner, anticipating customer needs & displaying a positive demeanor.Create a customer service center environment by encouraging collaboration & problem solving with co-workers.Apply By Date:April, 2nd, 2026.Applicants reviewed every 2 weeks:position may be filled before final filing date.Qualifications Minimum Qualifications - For full consideration, applicants are encouraged to upload license and/or certification if required of the position High school diploma and / or equivalent certification / experience / training Experience receiving and inspecting food product in a commercial and/or dining environment.Experience with customer service to cooperate with public and other staff members and convey a helpful, positive attitude.Interpersonal skills to work effectively with and provide excellent customer service to a diverse campus community; communication skills to establish and maintain cooperative working relationships.Experience working under strict deadlines and production/delivery timelines.Experience maintaining a sanitary, safe, organized personal work area and using appropriate Personal Protective Equipment PPE .Experience checking food temperatures throughout all food safety steps including food preparation, meal service, and storage; complete logs, date, and label and store all foods.Skill to understand and accurately apply math skills to verify delivery and vendor accuracy.Skills to communicate in English, both orally and in written form to understand and carry out oral and written instructions and interact effectively with co-workers, supervisors and guests.Preferred Qualifications Experience guiding a wide range of tasks to student assistants and kitchen support staff.Problem solving skills to troubleshoot problems as they arise, find alternate solutions, and implement solutions in a professional and efficient manner.Ability to drive between campus operations or to vendors to pick up product as needed.Knowledge of proper procedures for lifting, handling broken glass and skill to use wet floor signs when mopping floors or cleaning up spills.Skill to verify proper concentration of sanitized solution using test strips.Key Responsibilities 60% - Receiving, Storage and Stocking 25% - Safety & Sanitation 10% - Customer Services and Professional Communication 5% - Sustainability & Custodial Duties Department Overview Student Housing and Dining Services (SHDS) is a self-supporting auxiliary that provides housing and dining services to approximately 15,000 undergraduate, graduate, and students with families who live in on-campus residential facilities (university owner/managed and Public-Private-Partnerships), as well as providing residential, retail and catering dining services for the campus community.SHDS also provides