Assistant Manager @ The Commons

Lubbock

39645BR

Hospitality Services

Position Description

Assists a manager with the management of a sub unit within a department. Plans, organizes, and develops goals and procedures. Represents the sub unit to administrators, outside agencies and others on relevant matters. Supervises subordinate staff.

About the University

Established in 1923, Texas Tech University is a Carnegie R1 (very high research activity) Doctoral/Research-Extensive, Hispanic Serving, and state-assisted institution. Located on a beautiful 1,850-acre campus in Lubbock, a city in West Texas with a growing metropolitan-area population of over 300,000, the university enrolls over 40,000 students with 33,000 undergraduate and 7,000 graduate students. As the primary research institution in the western two-thirds of the state, Texas Tech University is home to 10 colleges, the Schools of Law and Veterinary Medicine, and the Graduate School. The flagship of the Texas Tech University System, Texas Tech is dedicated to student success by preparing learners to be ethical leaders for a diverse and globally competitive workforce. It is committed to enhancing the cultural and economic development of the state, nation, and world.
About Lubbock:Referred to as the "Hub City" because it serves as the educational, cultural, economic, and health care hub of the South Plains region, Lubbock boasts a diverse population and a strong connection to community, history, and land. With a mild climate, highly rated public schools, and a low cost of living, Lubbock is a family-friendly community that is ranked as one of the best places to live in Texas. Lubbock is home to a celebrated and ever-evolving music scene, a vibrant arts community, and is within driving distance of Dallas, Austin, Santa Fe, and other major metropolitan cities. Lubbock's Convention & Visitors Bureau provides a comprehensive overview of the Lubbock community and its resources, programs, events, and histories.

Major/Essential Functions

• Monitor food preparation methods, portion sizes, freshness, and presentation of food. Ensure that food is prepared according to food safety guidelines and is presented in an acceptable manner.
• Count money and process deposits. Insure proper handling of cash by employees, particularly cashiers.
• Order and receive food and beverage deliveries, check delivery contents to verify product quality and quantity.
• Maintain food inventories and keep inventory records.
• Manage staff, preparing work schedules/determine staff requirements and assign duties. Coordinate assignments of cooking personnel to ensure economical use of food and timely preparation.
• Complete required university/departmental/franchise training.
• Interview, hire and train new employees and develop existing staff.
• Knowledge and experience in food products and preparation of food.
• Thorough knowledge of food safety preparation including temperatures, hold times, cross-contamination, etc.

Required Qualifications

Bachelor's degree with some supervisory experience; OR a combination of education and/or supervisory experience to equal four years.

Safety Information

Adherence to robust safety practices and compliance with all applicable health and safety regulations are responsibilities of all TTU employees.

Does this position work in a research laboratory?

No

Job Type

Full Time

Pay Basis

Hourly

Minimum Hire Rate

17.77

Pay Statement

Compensation is commensurate upon the qualifications of the individual selected and budgetary guidelines of the hiring department, as well as the institutional pay plan. For additional information, please reference the institutional pay plan by visiting www.depts.ttu.edu/hr/payplan.

Travel Required

Up to 25%

Shift

Other

Schedule Details

Schedule Varies - Overtime as Required

Grant Funded?

No

Job Group

First Line Other Admn

EEO Statement

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, national origin, age, disability, genetic information or status as a protected veteran.