Sr. Food Services Worker/Assistant Supervisor - University Catering

The University of Oklahoma, located in Norman, is a renowned educational institution dedicated to providing high-quality services to its students and staff. As part of its commitment to excellence, the university operates extensive food service and catering operations across its campus. These services support a variety of events ranging from daily meal provisions to special occasions such as meetings, luncheons, and student organization events. The university's dining services focus on delivering a positive dining experience by maintaining high standards of food preparation, service, and sanitation.

The position available within the university’s food services is a crucial role responsible for supporting the preparation, production, and service of food for both daily operations and special catering events. The role is structured as a service and maintenance job based in Norman, with varying schedules tailored to meet the demands of event timings. This essential position may also require work during campus closures, underscoring its importance to continuous food service operations.

Working in this role involves a broad range of culinary and service duties. Employees will prepare food items according to approved recipes and standards, ensuring portion control and quality. They will utilize a variety of kitchen appliances and industrial equipment safely and effectively, including ovens, stoves, mixers, and slicers. The role demands efficiency and professionalism, particularly in food service delivery, where courteous interaction with clients and accurate knowledge of menu offerings are pivotal.

Additionally, the position entails logistical responsibilities such as transporting hot and cold food items, setting up and breaking down catering spaces, and ensuring all serving and display equipment is properly arranged and stored. Maintaining rigorous sanitation standards is also a key part of the job, involving cleaning and sanitizing dishes, utensils, equipment, and work areas to meet university and kitchen standards. Employees will often take on leadership duties as area leads, guiding other staff members to adhere to their tasks and fostering a teamwork-driven environment.

This role is ideal for individuals with experience in restaurant or catering environments who thrive in dynamic settings and enjoy contributing to the success of campus events. The university provides a supportive work environment, competitive pay starting at $15.00 per hour based on experience, and benefits eligibility. Those hired will find ample opportunities to grow and develop within the food service field, undertaking responsibilities that directly enhance the campus community’s dining experiences.