Request/Posting Number 0712176
Classification Title Food Service Administrator II
Working Title Catering Sous Chef
Job Class # 000037
Type of Position Civil Service
Percent Appointment: 1-100 (For Student Employment and Graduate Assistant Only; state hours per week) 100
Representation: Non-Union
Department Dept of Event Mgmt, Dining & Hosp - 02650000
Job Category Staff
General Summary The Department of Event Management, Dining, and Hospitality is one of 12 departments within the Division of Student Affairs. It provides the campus community and guests with high-quality, efficient, and innovative event services and dining options in a variety of settings dedicated to accentuating and enhancing the campus experience in a diverse community.

Event Management, Dining, and Hospitality is committed to providing an outstanding dining experience for students, faculty, staff, and guests. This position plays an integral role in accomplishing this goal by overseeing all culinary aspects of the Catering operation. Persons in this position assist with supervision, menu planning, recipe creation, food and supply ordering, specific food preparation duties, and maintenance of the kitchen. Our staff utilize a broad range of culinary skills and equipment to prepare fresh and delicious menu items.

Whether it's to find a place to study, gather with friends, enjoy a bite to eat, or plan a large event, the Department of Event Management, Dining, and Hospitality takes great pride in providing welcoming and inclusive spaces, high-quality food services, and experienced and professional staff who care about making every experience individualized and extraordinary. It is our philosophy to recruit, inspire, and retain talented team members and promote wellness and foster their development. It is our goal to promote a more fully diverse and inclusive campus community.
Additional Information:
Required Qualifications 1. High school graduation or equivalent.

2. Four (4) years of food service management experience (University training in dietetics or in hotel, restaurant, or institutional management may be substituted, year for year, for the experience, up to a maximum of four years.)

3. If this position is Security Sensitive or if you are subject to a criminal background investigation based on University policy, then employment is contingent upon you passing a satisfactory criminal background investigation. You may not begin work until the criminal background investigation results have been received and cleared by Human Resources.

4. A final candidate must complete a post-offer pre-employment physical exam. Employment is contingent on the successful result of the pre-employment physical.
Desired Qualifications: 1. Full knowledge and acceptance of principles of diversity.

2. Ability to produce results working as part of a team or committee. Excellent interpersonal skills, flexibility, customer service skills, and flexibility.

3. Knowledge of food specifications, purchasing methods and applications, food storage, and food production management.

4. Knowledge of automated menu and inventory management systems (such as CBORD Food Service Suite).

5. Ability to train employees.

6. Ability to organize and prioritize, plan work schedules, and assign duties.

7. Ability to read, understand, follow, and enforce sanitation, HACCP, and safety procedures.

8. Ability to coordinate quality assurance programs in area of specialty.

9. Ability to keep accurate records.

10. Analytical and oral/written communication skills, including the ability to write clear and effective correspondence, reports, evaluations, training manuals, and other materials.

11. Demonstrated initiative and resourcefulness.

12. Ability to handle many distractions at one time while remaining productive and making quick decisions.
Necessary Licenses/Certifications/Degrees Preferred candidates will have Illinois Food Service Sanitation Certification. Certification required within 6 months of employment.
Hiring Rate/Range $3,563 per month
Stipend:
Work Hours Shift and days off will vary
Proposed Starting Date: August 2019
Posting date 06-20-2019
Closing date 07-08-2019
Special Instructions to Applicants All application materials must be submitted online. Application materials submitted via fax, e-mail or mail will not be accepted. Please fully complete the entire application including, but not limited to, the education and work experience portions. Please list all education and all jobs you have had. You must list all duties you performed in the job duties section (Phrases such as "See Resume" are not acceptable). Failure to follow any of these instructions may constitute an incomplete application. Incomplete applications will not be considered.

A Civil Service examination will be required. You will be notified by e-mail if you meet the qualifications for the examination. Please monitor your e-mail for changes to your application status.

Please upload a resume, cover letter, and a reference list of three business references with name/mailing address/title/phone number.

You may print a copy of your application or resume and bring it to the examination with you as a reference. In order to receive the maximum eligible points for the civil service exam, you may upload transcripts under the optional documents, if applicable. If applicable, DD214 may be sent to Jill Smith by fax to 309-438-0011, or sent to Human Resources, Campus Box 1300 Normal, IL 61790-1300.

Illinois State University is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer.

If you are an individual with a disability and need a reasonable accommodation under the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) or other state or federal law you may request an accommodation by contacting the Office of Equal Opportunity and Access at 309-438-3383.

If you are having difficulty accessing the system, please call Human Resources at (309) 438-8311.
Contact Information Jill Smith
Human Resources
309-438-8315
jrphill@ilstu.edu
Departmental Homepage www.EMDH@IllinoisState.edu
Required Applicant Documents PLEASE NOTE: These documents are required to be submitted online in order to complete the application process. Please have these documents ready prior to clicking on "Apply For This Posting". Resume/C.V.
Cover Letter
Reference List
Optional Applicant Documents Certification of Retirement Annuity (required for SURS annuitants only)
Transcript 1
Transcript 2
License 1
Civil Service Test 0037-Food Service Administrator II
Physical Requirements: Must be able to complete the following with or without a reasonable accommodation:

This position requires standing, walking, use of fingers and hands, reaching, lifting (up to 35 pounds), kneeling, stooping, crouching, speaking, seeing, tasting, and smelling. Ability to stand for an extended period of time without a significant rest period. Must be able to deal with extreme cold (-10F) and extreme heat (90+F).
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