Food and Beverage Specialist I
Food and Beverage Specialist I
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Job Description
Rosen College of Hospitality Management:
The University of Central Florida (UCF) is a leading metropolitan research-intensive university serving more than 68000 students. The Rosen College of Hospitality Management has 69 faculty members and offers B.S. M.S. and Ph.D. degrees. The college features modern well-designed learning laboratories.
The Opportunity:
The Rosen College of Hospitality Management is seeking a Food and Beverage Specialist I to assist the Chefs with the Rosen College Lab Kitchens in providing guidance and training to UCF undergraduate students. Additionally this role plays a key part in organizing and executing both internal and external catered events at the Rosen Campus with a focus on those that entail advanced and intricate preparations. Hiring and promotion are based solely on merit.
Responsibilities:
Assist the Chefs in training UCF undergraduate students during lab sessions and maintain organization and cleanliness in the culinary and beverage labs.
Assist the Food & Beverage Specialist III in planning and executing advanced and complex internal or external catered events on the Rosen Campus.
Sustain the cleanliness organization and safety of all food and beverage supplies equipment and facilities on the Rosen College Campus.
Adhere to and ensure proper receiving storage and inventory (FIFO) practices and assist in the pickup and delivery of food and beverage products and supplies.
Additional duties as assigned based on the needs of the department college and UCF as directed by the department head chair and dean.
Minimum Qualifications:
High School Diploma or Equivalent and 2 years of relevant experience or an equivalent combination of education and experience pursuant to Fla. Stat. 112.219. Click here for more information.
Preferred Qualifications:
Minimum of one year of experience in a culinary restaurant or fast-food environment.
Previous experience working in a higher education food lab or similar setting is highly desirable.
Strong ability to perform effectively in a fast-paced and dynamic work environment.
Quick to learn new concepts techniques and processes.
Demonstrated ability to collaborate effectively within a team as well as work independently when needed.
Excellent communication and interpersonal skills with a focus on customer service.
Special Instructions to the Applicants:
The anticipated hourly range for this position is $15.66 to $17.23 per hour. The final rate will be determined based on the candidates qualifications experience and internal equity considerations. Schedule can fluctuate based on events and business needs.
Are you ready to unleash YOUR potential
As a next-generation public research university and Forbes-ranked top employer in Florida we are a community of thinkers doers creators innovators healers and leaders striving to create broader prosperity and help shape a better future. No matter what your role is when you join Knight Nation youll play an integral role at one of the most impactful universities in the country. Youll be met with opportunities to connect and collaborate with talented faculty staff and students across 13 colleges and multiple campuses engaging in impactful work that makes a positive difference. Your time at UCF will provide you with many meaningful opportunities to grow youll work alongside talented colleagues on complex projects that will challenge you and help you gain new skills and youll have countless rewarding experiences that go well beyond a paycheck.
Working at UCF has its perks!UCF offers:
Benefit packages including Medical Dental Vision Life Insurance Flexible Spending and Employee Assistance Program
Paid time off including annual and sick time off and paid holidays
Retirement savings options
Employee discounts including tickets to many Orlando attractions
Education assistance
Flexible work environment
And moreFor more benefits information view the UCF Employee Benefits Guide.
Unless explicitly stated on the job posting it is UCFs expectation that an employee of UCF will reside in Florida as of the date the employment begins.
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Department
Rosen College of Hospitality Management (RCHM) - Food Service and Lodging ManagementWork Schedule
Monday to Friday 8 AM to 5 PM (Actual hours and days to include weekends may fluctuate as per the needs of the college and as per the directive of the Lab Director)Type of Appointment
RegularExpected Salary
$15.66 to NegotiableJob Posting End Date
0AMVeterans Preference:
Preference will be given to eligible veterans and their eligible spouses in accordance with Chapter 295 of the Florida Statutes. Applicants claiming preference are responsible for providing required documentation by the closing date of the position. For more information on Veterans Preference please visit a Florida public university the University of Central Florida makes all application materials and selection procedures available to the public upon request.
UCF is proud to be a smoke-free campus and an E-Verify employer.
If an accommodation due to a disability is needed to apply for this position please call or email .
For general application or posting questions please email .
Required Experience:
Unclear Seniority
Employment Type
Full-Time
