Job description

Job ID: 12653
Location: Bellevue College
Full/Part Time: Full Time
Regular/Temporary: Regular

Position Summary

The Food Service Manager oversees all phases of food operations including planning, ordering, cooking, preparing, and dishing, and inventory control for all cafes and the cafeteria, and catering for events. This position also maintains and utilizes software such as registers and order forms and for inventory tracking. Additionally, the Food Service Manager supervises, recruits, and trains classified and hourly staff.

Pay, Benefits & Work Schedule

Position Salary Range: $65,255/year - $91,314/year.

Salary will be determined based on candidate's qualifications and related experience. Typically, new hire starts no higher than $71,770/year based on Bellevue College Exempt salary schedule.

We offer comprehensive compensation package with salary and benefits as the main components. Generous benefits package is offered through Washington State plans that includes multiple medical, dental, life and disability coverage choices for employees and dependents; choices of retirement and deferred compensation plans; paid holidays, sick, and vacation plans; transit program, reduced tuition, employee discounts and memberships, etc.

The employee is scheduled to work 40 hours per workweek. This position is exempt from the overtime provisions of the Fair Labor Standards Act, which means that you are not eligible for overtime pay.

About The College

Bellevue College is a diverse student-centered, comprehensive and innovative college, committed to teaching excellence that advances the life-long educational development of its students while strengthening the economic, social and cultural life of its diverse community. Bellevue College is located just 10 miles east of Seattle where we serve a student population of over 54% students of color and over 1,300 international students. The college promotes student success by providing high-quality, flexible, accessible educational programs and services; advancing pluralism, inclusion and global awareness; and acting as a catalyst and collaborator for a vibrant region.

We strive to create a vibrant and inclusive campus community that supports a diverse student body, faculty and staff. As an essential part of our mission and goals , diversity, equity and pluralism are promoted and fostered in all aspects of college life. By enriching student life through leadership opportunities, personal learning and cultural experiences, we are committed to building an inclusive and diverse campus community that fosters creativity, innovation and student success.

For more information, visit BC Facts at a Glance @ Bellevue College .

About the Department

Bellevue College (BC) Food Services serves the college main campus by offering a full service cafeteria, three coffee shops and a Pizza Cafe (Housing) that serve hot food, light snacks, pastries, espresso, tea and beverages.

Essential Functions

Food Service

Manages and maintains kitchen and catering equipment.
Ensures proper maintenance and utilization of food service facilities and equipment.
Directs or performs ordering, receiving, inventory, inspection and storage of food and supplies.
Directs food production including work methods, recipe development and customer surveys.
Plans, develops, reviews, implements, and modifies menus, including menus for special dietary restrictions.
Maintains cleanliness and safety standards, follows and upholds all health codes and sanitation regulations.
Plans and directs opening and closing procedures for food service locations and catering.
Ensures that equipment is set up and operates correctly.
Directs staff in maintaining clean, safe, and sufficiently stocked workstations, pantries, and serving areas.
Catering

Works in coordination with the Events Office to plan and coordinate catering for events.
Manages catering for events and coordinates logistics for the preparation and service of food.
Prepares and distributes catering orders for staff to fulfill.
Prepares or coordinates the presentation of food and beverages.
Orders supplies for events, prepares food, coordinates with staff to ensure all catering supplies are complete and ready for events.

Ensures:
that daily catering orders are fulfilled;
quality, accuracy and timely delivery of orders;
proper setup, service, and cleaning of catering areas.
Completes post event order updates in preparation for invoicing.
Administrative

Adheres to budget for food, equipment & beverage, supplies, and labor costs determined by Director
Schedules and supervises staff for food service locations and event catering.
Oversees compliance with food sanitation and safety standards.
Enforces and adheres to college service policies and procedures.
Manages sales systems including point of sale (POS), credit card readers, and daily cash bank reconciliation.
Apply independent judgment in supervising employees including recruiting, selecting and retaining effective employees, providing training and safety programs, defining work assignment and content, and establishing work rules.
Conducts or oversees performance evaluations and disciplinary actions and resolves conflicts and other personnel issues.
Other

Assists other leaders in daily operations.
Provides effective customer service for students, employees, and visitors.
Perform other duties as assigned.

Minimum Qualifications

Bachelor's degree or certificate in Culinary Arts or other related area. Any combination of relevant education and/or experience may be substituted for the educational requirement on a year-for-year basis.
At least three (3) years' experience in a large-scale food service or culinary operation.
At least two (2) years' experience supervising employees.
Effective written, verbal, interpersonal, customer service and communication skills.
Demonstrated experience working with diverse colleagues and/or students in a collaborative and inclusive environment.

Ability to:
Work on several projects simultaneously and follow up on projects.
Keep records of inventory and supply levels.
Direct and coordinate staff in food services and catering tasks.
Guide and train staff in the preparation of food and beverages as well as food services equipment and systems.

Knowledge of:
Local and state health regulations.
Food values and nutrition.
Menu preparation.
Food handling, sanitation, and safety precautions.
Care and use of kitchen utensils and equipment.
Point-of-sale systems.
Proficient in Microsoft Office products (Word, Excel, Outlook, Teams)
Position Specific Requirements

Must have King County food handler's permit within 14 days of hire.
Must have valid Washington driver's license to operate the college vehicles.

Conditions of Employment

Bellevue College intends to provide a drug-free, healthy, safe, and secure work and educational environment. Each employee is expected to report to work in an appropriate mental and physical condition to perform her/his/their assigned duties.

Bellevue College employs only U.S. citizens and lawfully authorized non-U.S. citizens. All new employees must show employment eligibility verification as required by the U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services.

Bellevue College requires all employees to be fully vaccinated and your vaccine status will be verified upon hire. Please reach out to the HR Office at jobs@bellevuecollege.edu if you need information on medical or religious accommodation.

Sexual Misconduct and Background Check:
Prior to start of employment, finalists(s) for this position will be subject to a pre-employment background check as a condition of employment. Information from the background check will not necessarily preclude employment, but will be considered in determining the applicant's suitability and competence to perform in the position.

Applicants considered for this position will be required to disclose if they are the subject of any substantiated findings or current investigations related to sexual misconduct at their current employment and past employment. Disclosure is required under Washington State Law .

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Reference Check:
Reference checks may include, but are not limited to, contacting references and verification of work experience, and/or past job duties.

Other Information

This position is NOT eligible for relocation allowance.
This position is NOT eligible for sponsorship for employment-based visa.

How To Apply

Applications received by 05/11/2023 will be given full consideration. Applications received after that date may be considered until the position is filled.

All individuals interested in this position are encouraged to apply. Your application must include a complete online application and all of the required documents below to be considered complete. Any application that does not provide all requested information will not be considered for the position (only submit required documents with the application, additional documents will not be reviewed.) Please review Application Tips before applying. Current Bellevue College employees should apply the position through Employee Self Service.

Required application materials:
Attach a Cover Letter (min 1 pg., max 2 pgs.)
Attach a Resume
Attach a Diversity Statement (min 1 pg., max 2 pgs.) that addresses the following: Describe and provide specific examples of how your educational and/or professional experiences, background or philosophy demonstrate your commitment to diversity and equity, and how these prepare you to contribute to Bellevue College
Complete Job Questionnaires if applicable

Contact:
If you have questions with regards to the application or the hiring process, please contact Office of Human Resources at 425-564-2274 or email to jobs@bellevuecollege.edu .

EEO Statement

Bellevue College does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, language, ethnicity, religion, veteran status, sex, sexual orientation, including gender identity or expression, disability, or age in its programs and activities. Please see policy 4150 at www.bellevuecollege.edu/policies/ . The following people have been designated to handle inquiries regarding non-discrimination policies: Title IX Coordinator, 425-564-2641, Office C227, and EEOC/504 Compliance Officer, 425-564-2178, Office B126.

Applicants with disabilities who require assistance with the recruitment process may contact hraccommodations@bellevuecollege.edu or 425-564-2271.

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