Retail Production Center Team Lead

University Of Nebraska - Lincoln; Lincoln (NE); On-site; USD 19,048 - 27,129; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, and vision insurance

Continuous improvement and innovation

Professional development through training and education

Job summary

A public education institution in Lincoln, NE, seeks a Retail Production Team Lead for its Dining Service Retail team. The successful candidate will oversee production operations, manage quality control, and prepare food for various locations. Candidates must have a minimum of three years of food preparation experience, strong leadership skills, and the ability to lift heavy items. The role offers competitive pay of $16.76/hr and various employee benefits including health insurance and professional development opportunities.

Qualifications

• Three years of food preparation experience mastering kitchen and dining tasks.
• Ability to read, write, weigh, and measure necessary.
• Must be able to lift up to 50lbs and push/pull up to 100lbs required.

Responsibilities

• Oversee and lead production center operations.
• Participate in volume forecasting and supply ordering.
• Food preparation for various retail locations.

Skills

Food preparation

Communication

Leadership

Education

High school or equivalent experience

Associate degree in food/dietetic/hospitality or business

Job description

Overview

Ranked as one of the best employers in the state of Nebraska, the University of Nebraska is committed to providing a work environment and culture that fosters personal and professional success and satisfaction. By joining our team, you will be given opportunities to grow as an individual and contribute to the significant impact that we make within the University of Nebraska community and Nebraska’s economy each year.

We invest in our employees:

• Vacation and sick leave pay
• Medical, dental, and vision insurance
• No-cost life insurance
• Employee Assistance Program
• Exclusive staff discounts
• Continuous improvement and innovation
• Professional development through training and education
• And much more!

The Retail Production Team Lead is a valuable member of the Dining Service Retail team and the success of the retail departments.

As a Retail Production Team Lead you will:

• Oversee and lead the production center operations
• Participate in volume forecasting and supply ordering
• Food preparation for Herbie Markets, Tazza Coffee, and other retail locations
• Lead, train, and provide feedback to production center staff
• Manage quality control, costs, and food safety

As an EO/AA employer, the University of Nebraska considers qualified applicants for employment without regard to race, color, ethnicity, national origin, sex, pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender identity, religion, disability, age, genetic information, veteran status, marital status, and/or political affiliation. See the notice at: https://equity.unl.edu/notice-nondiscrimination/.

Minimum Required Qualifications

• High school or equivalent experience.
• Three years of food preparation experience and mastery of all kitchen and dining tasks and attributes; equivalent experience/education considered.
• Ability to read, write, weigh, and measure necessary.
• The ability to communicate is essential.
• Must have the ability to train and lead others.
• Food Handler’s permit or ability to obtain by passing the Safety and Sanitation test required.
• Ability to lift up to 50lbs and push/pull up to 100lbs required.

Preferred Qualifications

• Associate degree or equivalent experience relevant food/dietetic/hospitality or business field.
• Management experience in a non-commercial dining service operation desirable.
• Food Handlers permit or ability to obtain by passing Safety and Sanitation test.

Posted Salary

$16.76/hr