Food Service Supervisor 1, 9 month Anchor at InsideHigherEd

Food Service Supervisor 1, 9 month AnchorMillersville UniversityDepartment: Dining and Catering ServicesNature of Position: Permanent, Full-timeJob Summary/Basic FunctionAbout the position:The Food Service Supervisor 1 works as a supervisor over a large-scale food serving area in an institutional food service operation. This position is responsible for supervising food service work performed in multiple service areas; a cafeteria having multiple serving lines; or other areas of comparable scope and complexity. Work involves the supervision and training of food service workers and student help involved in performing routine food preparation, food serving, and sanitation tasks. Work includes assigning, inspecting, and evaluating work; requisitioning food, supplies, and equipment; and preparing and maintaining records and reports. General supervision is received from a higher-level food service supervisor or administrative supervisor. Work is performed with considerable independence and reviewed for overall effectiveness.Join Our Team at Millersville University!Position Salary:$20.80/per hourPlus a generous benefits package designed to support your well-being and future:Comprehensive Health Coverage – Medical, dental, and vision insuranceGroup Life InsuranceRetirement Plans – Choose from two excellent optionsTuition Waiver – Invest in your education or your family’sPaid Time Off – Vacation, sick leave, and holidays to rechargeFull Benefits Summary(PDF)Why Millersville?Nestled in beautiful Lancaster County, Pennsylvania, Millersville University is a proud member of Pennsylvania’s State System of Higher Education. We’re known for:Strong student-faculty connections70+ undergraduate and 24 graduate programsA stunning campus and vibrant communityOutstanding job placement for graduatesWith over 66,000 alumni across the globe, our impact is far-reaching—and growing.Our Mission & Values:At Millersville, we live by our EPPIIC values of Exploration, Public Mission, Professionalism, Inclusion, Integrity, and Compassion.We are deeply committed to Inclusive Excellence—creating a welcoming, supportive environment where everyone can thrive. We believe diversity is a strength, and we actively seek individuals who bring unique perspectives and experiences to our community.Equal Opportunity for All:Millersville University is an equal opportunity employer. We welcome applicants from all backgrounds and are committed to providing a workplace free from discrimination. Individuals from traditionally underrepresented groups are strongly encouraged to apply.Duties and Responsibilities:Use point of sale equipment for all payment methods.Make change, pack products, take inventories, place food orders with vendors, stock shelves, check and receive products from vendors, and prepare and serving food.Assist the Supervisor 2 in the hiring and training of employees, student managers and student workers.Plan and change student work schedules.Open and/or close a Dining operation, including the closing procedures for the point-of-sale equipment when assigned.Cash handling, cash procedures and policies and the security of funds, including verification of the safe.Ensure that the safe contains adequate coins and bills for daily operation.Ensure that the safety, security and health standards of the University and University Dining are maintained.Oversee the preparation and cooking of products served at various operations.Contribute to menu ideas and operational standards.All other duties as assigned.As a working supervisor, must complete any and all duties expected of their subordinates which typical include:Mix, chop, dice, grate, slice, grill, bake, steam, or fry foodsServe food.Monitor food temperature, quality, and appearance in service area.Wash dishes using a commercial dishwasher.Complete all basic cooking techniques such as steaming, baking, boiling, deep fat frying, grilling, mixing, and other similar cooking techniques that would arise in a normal commercial kitchen.Clean and sanitize all food service equipment and utensils.Cleaning: dining rooms, serving areas, kitchens, and other food preparation areas.Work effectively, courteously, and promptly with other people — employees and customers.SAFETYWork safely by using Personal Protective Equipment, maintaining equipment, following safety procedures and policies, etc.Take appropriate supervisory action if safety standards are not being followed.Be aware of and report potential safety hazards to supervisor and management immediately.Resolve pending hazards in a timely fashion.Leave the work area clean and functional at the end of shift.Cooperate with safety investigations and audits.Attend safety training sessions and maintain licenses, certifications, etc.Required QualificationsExperience as a lead worker in a food service operation OR any equivalent combination of experience and training.Excellent customer service skillsKnowledge of:Basic principles required in supervision.Modern methods, materials, practices, and procedures used in food service and sanitation.Food service safety standards necessary to prevent accidents.Proper care and use of food serving and sanitation equipment.Ability to:Direct a food serving and sanitation operation.Supervise and evaluate the work of subordinate staff.employees in the performance of routine food service tasks.and maintain simple personnel and attendance records, work schedules, and supply requisitions.Follow basic dress code and hygiene standards.Excellent oral, written, interpersonal communication skills.Commitment to inclusive practices and working with diverse student populations.Valid driver’s license.Successful completion of three background checks.Successful interview.Other duties as assigned.Preferred QualificationsPrior restaurant or school/university supervisory experience.Experience in school/university food service.Job DescriptionEssential FunctionsPlease Note: These duties are to be performed with or without an accommodation. We are committed to providing reasonable accommodations in accordance with Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA).Ability to work in person on campus.Must be able to unload carts and trucks of food products weighing up to 40 pounds without assistance and up to 50 pounds with assistance and have the ability to push and pull typical food service industry carts containing food products or banquet furniture weighing more than 50 pounds.Possibly work in cold storage.Extensive verbal communications skills.Basic math skills (add, subtract, multiply, divide).Understanding of written directions.To apply, please visit: https://jobs.millersville.edu/postings/14180Copyright ©2025 Jobelephant.com Inc. All rights reserved.Posted by the FREE value-added recruitment advertising agency jeid-94e7903b4b6a7e4bae592116a972f952