Dish Operations Supervisor – High-Volume Campus Dining

University of Maryland; College Park (MD); On-site; USD 47,000 - 56,000; Full time

Job summary

University of Maryland is seeking a Kitchen Steward with leadership experience to oversee three high-volume dish and ware washing stations in the South Campus Dining Hall. You will manage equipment operation, sanitation, and safety, while coordinating up to 25 employees per shift and training new staff.

The role requires four years in commercial food service, solid knowledge of ware washing equipment, and strong communication skills.

Qualifications

• Four years experience in commercial or institutional food service.
• General knowledge of sanitation and safety in cooking and food service areas.
• Ability to interpret menus, follow recipes, and operate equipment; supervise and instruct staff.
• Ability to lift, transport and stock food service supplies; communicate effectively.

Responsibilities

• Oversee operation of three high-volume dish and ware washing stations.
• Schedule, train, evaluate and coordinate work of up to 25 staff per shift.
• Maintain sanitation, organization, and safety standards in the dining halls.
• Communicate effectively and solve problems in a diverse team environment.

Skills

Dishwashing

Staff supervision

Safety & sanitation

Team communication

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Tools

Flight-type dish machine

Commercial ware washing equipment

Job description

University of Maryland is seeking a Kitchen Steward with leadership experience to oversee three high-volume dish and ware washing stations in the South Campus Dining Hall. You will manage equipment operation, sanitation, and safety, while coordinating up to 25 employees per shift and training new staff.

The role requires four years in commercial food service, solid knowledge of ware washing equipment, and strong communication skills.