Department

UNT-Dining-Retail-163710

Job Location

Denton

Full Time/Part Time

Full-Time

Retirement Eligibility

TRS Eligible

Additional Retirement Information

For more information on retirement plan options, please visit https://hr.untsystem.edu/benefits/retirement-plans/index.php.

Salary Information

Commensurate with experience

Department Summary

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It’s About the Food. As the largest self-supported food service department in North Texas, UNT Dining Services offers 5 Dining Halls, 20+ retail venues, an upscale dining restaurant, a hydroponic garden, a central scratch bakery, and catering service—all led by professionally-trained chefs and hospitality experts. UNT is recognized as a national leader in university dining due to the department’s innovative, trendsetting approach to food service and award-winning culinary talent. UNT operates Mean Greens Café, the nation’s first 100% vegan collegiate Dining Hall, and Kitchen West, Texas’ first and only university Dining Hall Certified Free From™ the Big 8 Food Allergens and Gluten Kitchens with Confidence. In early 2021, UNT opened its first standalone Dining Hall, Eagle Landing, inspired by urban food halls and home to seven unique restaurant concepts, all available for a single Meal Plan swipe. UNT was named No. 2 in the nation as a college with the best food by Delish.com and is also the recipient of the prestigious Loyal E. Horton Award and Vegan Recipe Award from the National Association of College and University Food Services. As a founding member of the Menus of Change University Research Collaborative, UNT contributes to groundbreaking research on plant-forward diets, food waste reduction, and consumer food choices while accelerating the implementation of the Menus of Change Principles of Healthy, Sustainable Menus.

Position Overview

This position is a line position with some supervisory responsibilities. This position may be responsible for performing several job duties in a specific location. This position is required to observe all retail dining policies and procedures. In addition, this position will help with the training of new employees and student workers.

Minimum Qualifications

Six months of general work experience.

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities

Preferred Qualifications

Retail Food Experience.
Great work ethic.
Outgoing personality.
Eager to excel and grow with our exciting new UNT Retail Dining operations.

Required License / Registration / Certification

Work Schedule

Hours Vary.

Driving University Vehicle

No

Security Sensitive

This is a security sensitive position.

EEO Statement

Classification Title

Food Service Specialist - 9mth

Physical Requirements

Ability to communicate, Carrying, Cleaning, Climbing, Crawling, Kneeling, Lifting up to 50 pounds, Pulling , Pushing, Reaching, Sitting, Squatting, Stooping, Bending, Standing, Twisting, Walking, Writing, Grasp, Talk or Hear

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The employee is timely. Shows up within 5 minutes of the scheduled time, ready to work.

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When absent or tardy, calls manager or supervisor at least one hour prior to shift beginning. Helps cover shift when possible.

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Does not have excessive absenteeism per Dining Services policy.

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Employee always wears a clean and neat uniform which includes name tag and skid-resistant shoes.

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Exhibits exemplary grooming standards. Consistently used as a model for new hires.

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Monitors and assures quality and availability of items throughout the meal service.

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Guarantees that all food is handled and served per HAACP and Dining Services guidelines. Monitors equipment and fills out HAACP logs.

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Is highly visible in the service area and/or kitchen. Alerts supervisor when taking a break.

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Keeps area stocked with all tools and products necessary to complete their jobs.

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Contributes to the department’s success by using positive statements about the Department and coworkers.

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Effectively helps train FSWI and student workers.

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Keeps self-motivated and productive.

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Looks for additional responsibilities when not busy. Sets up the next shift for success.

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Work with the supervisor to set up systems to ensure workflow is not interrupted when an employee is absent.

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Is effective and friendly in communication with team members and customers; is positive and enthusiastic at all times.

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Takes ownership and satisfies customers, fellow team members, and management needs and concerns.

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Displays a positive demeanor with staff and customers alike.

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Exercises discretion in sharing Dining Service information with others.

Posting Number

S6417P

Position End Date (if temporary)

Special Instructions to Applicants