Culinary Professional I/Food Zoo Pots and Pans/Univeristy Dining Services (353-254)

The University of Montana, a research-oriented, doctorate-granting institution, enrolls more than 14,000 students (including 2000 graduate students) from across the country and around the globe. Surrounded by a stunning landscape, UM is a magnet for top-notch faculty and researchers. THe University recently concluded a capital campaign that raised more than $100 million in private funds for facilities, scholarships and endowed chairs--more than any Montana educational institution has ever acquired in a campaign.

Position Number 103000 – Culinary Professional I – Food Zoo Dishroom
Department: University Dining Services
Closing Date: March 1, 2012
Work Schedule: Full-time, 12 months/year, 1.0 FTE, Position may be required to work an alternate work schedule, including some evenings and weekends
Minimum Entry Rate: $10.00/hr-$10.34/hr
Union Affiliation: MPEA
Probationary Period: Six months minimum
Benefits Include: Insurance package; mandatory retirement plan, partial tuition waiver; professional development/wellness program
University Dining Services enriches The University of Montana campus community by promoting sustainable business practices, providing outstanding cuisine, and delivering exceptional guest service, as we gather for dining, learning, and celebrating. This dynamic department is currently seeking a Culinary Professional I for the Food Zoo Dishroom. The selected candidate will work with a team of professionals supporting over 100 years of tradition and excellence. We are looking for a passionate professional who wants to work with the best equipment and the freshest local ingredients to create cutting edge menus and food. This position comes with a full medical, dental and vision benefit package, retirement, wellness, advancement, and partial tuition waiver.
This position is responsible for training and supervising student dishroom staff. Specific duties include but are not limited to: providing accurate and skillful dishroom and kitchen cleaning; providing quality food preparation and service when required and receives deliveries from vendors; cleaning and sanitizing equipment and assists with inventories; communicating with all UDS staff; performing duties as a food handler, preparing coffee, juices, re-upping the soups, chilies, and the salad bar.
This position requires incumbent to develop: working knowledge of UDS mission statement, strategic plan, and Residential Dining Operating plans; working knowledge of UDS policies and procedures; ability to effectively work independently and as a team member.

Ability to communicate and work with a variety of clients

Good communication and guest service skills

Working knowledge of training and supervision

Working knowledge and experience in food service

The ability to remain productive in a fast-paced environment

Expert knowledge in operating a commercial dish machine and of cleaners and sanitizing solutions

Working knowledge of safe and effective food handling and preparation

Expert knowledge of food safety practices and procedures

ServSafe certified. Current knowledge of UDS Receiving policies and procedures

Excellent communication and guest service skills

The ability to remain productive in a fast-paced environment

Ability to work effectively both independently and as a team member

Physical Requirements
(Qualified candidates must be able to meet minimum requirements and perform the primary functions of the position with or without reasonable accommodation.)

Lifting (40lbs.)
Irregular Work Schedule.
Noise.
Heat/Cold
Exposure to Cleaning Chemicals

This position requires a minimum of a high school diploma and one year dishwashing experience
Outstanding guest service skills.
Excellent communication skills
Must be ServSafe certified within one year of employment
Must have a valid Montana driver’s license or be able to obtain one at the time of employment.

HOW TO APPLY
Please prepare one document containing the following items to upload as your resume:

Letter of interest addressing required skills for the position
Detailed resume listing education and describing work experience
Contact information for three professional references*

Criminal Background Investigation is required prior to Offer of EmploymentIn accordance with University regulations, finalists for this position will be subject to criminal background investigations.
ADA/EOE/AA/Veteran's PreferenceReasonable accommodations are provided in the hiring process for persons with disabilities. For example, this material is available in alternative format upon request.
As an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer, we encourage applications from minorities, veterans, and women. Qualified candidates may request veterans’ or disabilities preference in accordance with state law.
References. *References not listed on the application materials may be contacted; notice may be provided to the applicant. Testing. Individual hiring departments at UM-M may elect to administer pre-employment tests, which are relevant to essential job functions.
Employment Eligibility. All New Employees must be eligible and show employment eligibility verification by the first date of employment at UM, as legally required (e.g., Form I-9).