Job Overview
Employment Type
Full-time
Work Schedule
Weekend Shifts
Benefits
Health Insurance
Dental Insurance
Paid Time Off
Retirement Plan
Professional Development
Employee wellness programs
flexible scheduling
Job Description
Couch Restaurants is a vibrant dining service provider operating within the University of Oklahoma (OU) campus, delivering exceptional culinary experiences to students, faculty, and staff. Known for its commitment to quality, innovation, and nutritional excellence, Couch Restaurants plays an essential role in supporting the campus community with diverse, creative, and wholesome dining options. The brand embraces culinary trends and nutritional science to tailor menus that accommodate a variety of dietary needs including Kosher, Halal, Vegan, and allergen-sensitive diets, ensuring inclusivity for all community members. With a strong dedication to sanitation, compliance, and customer satisfaction, Couch Restaurants fosters a dynamic work... Show More
Job Requirements
- Bachelor's degree or equivalent experience
- Minimum 48 months restaurant management experience
- Ability to lead and build teams
- Effective communication skills
- Commitment to nutrition and menu creativity
- Experience resolving conflict
- Availability to work extended shifts and weekends
- Ability to perform physically demanding tasks including lifting up to 58 lbs and standing for long periods
- Must be at least 18 years old
- Willingness to comply with University of Oklahoma policies including background checks and tuberculosis testing
Job Qualifications
- Bachelor's degree or equivalent experience in culinary arts or restaurant management
- Proven experience in restaurant or food service management
- Strong leadership and team-building skills
- Excellent written and oral communication abilities
- Demonstrated ability to resolve conflict and manage change
- Commitment to nutrition and menu creativity
- Experience in planning, goal setting, and achieving objectives
- Ability to develop and deliver effective training presentations
- Critical thinking skills with a focus on enhancing dining programs
- Availability to work extended hours and weekends
Job Duties
- Develop and execute innovative recipes and menus accommodating diverse dietary needs
- Recruit, hire, train, and evaluate full-time and student staff
- Manage scheduling and oversee daily operational functions of the production area
- Collaborate with dietitians to maintain nutritional and dietary standards
- Ensure compliance with sanitation, safety, and health regulations
- Control inventory and purchasing by analyzing usage reports and coordinating with departmental leads
- Maintain a visible presence interacting with staff and customers during business hours
Job Qualifications
Experience
Expert Level (7+ years)
Job Location
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