Purpose:
- To act as an extension of management, to ensure quality service and standards to guests.
- To act as a liaison between managers, associates, and student associates.
- To become informed and familiar with all duties and responsibilities of their dining unit.
- To supervise student associates during work shifts and ensure that guidelines and policies are being adhered to.
General Duties and Responsibilities:
- Report on time for all scheduled shifts in proper uniform.
- Demonstrate knowledge of and complete all timecard procedures.
- Comprehend and enact all standard operational procedures.
- Project a positive and professional attitude toward motivation, morale, communication, and guest service.
- Work mandatory events according to academic schedule (i.e., return to campus early for opening for the fall and spring semesters, Finals Week, Senior Week, etc.)
- Perform opening and opening walk-through duties.
- Inspect student workers’ uniforms, check them in at each shift, and delegate responsibility.
- Conduct pre-service meetings with on-duty supervisors or managers.
- Divide shift responsibilities among student staff.
- Follow cash accountability procedures.
- Work alongside staff members to model safe and efficient operations and performance expectations.
- Motivate, encourage, and support staff performance through regular hands-on coaching.
- Other duties as assigned.
Preferred Qualifications and Requirements:
- Familiarity with pre-service checklists for front-of-house operations.
- Experience with the oversight of basic cleanliness, sanitation, food quality, appearance, and friendly service.
- Comprehension of guests’ needs, concerns, and questions and the proper channels of communication to address and rectify issues.
- Hands-on supervisory experience.
- Talent for creating an atmosphere of cooperation and teamwork.
- Willingness to work in various capacities, as assigned by management.
- As academic schedule permits, ability to open and close the unit. This is not limited to various shifts including late nights and weekends.
- A flexible schedule with the ability to work opening and closing, high-volume shifts.
- Must be available to work at least 15 hours a week
- Must work at least 2 closing/dinner shifts
Ithaca College is committed to building a diverse academic community and encourages members of underrepresented groups to apply. Experience that contributes to the diversity of the college is appreciated.
Interested applicants must apply online at ithaca.edu/jobs and attach a resume and cover letter. Questions about online application should be directed to the Office of Human Resources at humanresources@ithaca.edu. Screening of applications will begin immediately.
Preference will be given to students with Federal Work Study (FWS) eligibility. For questions, please contact Student Employment at StudentEmployment@ithaca.edu.