Retail/Catering Lead

Posted: 03/01/2026

Job Duties:

Under the supervision of the Catering Manager, this lead position directs and trains student employees in customer service, sanitation, food handling and preparation, service methods, and the proper setup and teardown of retail operations and catering events. The position works collaboratively with student employees, leads, and managers to ensure University Dining Services standards are met, security is maintained, and a positive image is consistently projected to customers.  A valid driver’s license is required.

 

 

Key Job Responsibilities:

  • Works with catering customers to establish menus, service styles, and other details of catered events
  • Adheres to federal, state, campus, and local food safety regulations, policies, and procedures
  • Schedules, trains, and guides service staff and bartenders
  • Performs routine and non-routine food preparation activities including cook to order and specialty foods
  • Cleans, inspects, and maintains kitchen equipment and work areas
  • Leads service for retail venues and catered events

 

 

Department:

University Dining includes two cafeterias (Commons and North Point Dining) and retail dining options in the Memorial Student Center (food court & convenience store), express food locations around campus, catering, and concessions. Some locations operate year-round, and others are closed during the summer months. University Dining is the largest student employer on campus. University Dining is committed to maintaining our inclusive and diverse community of full time, part time, and student employees.

 

Compensation:

Minimum starting salary of $18.50/hour, commensurate with qualifications and experience. 

  • Night Differential (80 cents) - additional pay for all hours worked on a regularly scheduled shift during the period between 6:00 p.m. and 6:00 a.m.
  • Weekend Differential (80 cents) - additional pay for all hours worked between 12:01a.m. on Saturday and 12:00a.m. midnight on Sunday.

 

Required Qualifications:

Minimum / Required

Experience preparing or serving food

Experience working with food service equipment

 

Preferred Qualifications:

Highly Desired/Preferred

Experience providing customer service

Experience with proper food safety and sanitation practices

Willingness to work as a team

Experience in foodservice at an Institution of Higher Education

 

How to Apply:

Complete applications received by end of day, Tuesday, March 17, are ensured full consideration.  Applications submitted after March 17 may be reviewed at the discretion of the search committee or until position is filled.

 

To apply, click on the APPLY button or go to: https://www.uwstout.edu/about-us/careers-jobs

 

Due to system limitations, applicants may upload no more than five (5) attachments. Please combine documents where appropriate.

 

Required application materials:

Professional Resume

 

Contact Information:

For questions regarding this position or recruitment, please contact:

Search Chair: Jim Selz

Email: selzj@uwstout.edu

 

If you need assistance with the online application process or if you submitted your application prior to uploading all the required application materials, please contact:

Search Coordinator: Jason Horzewski

Email: horzewskij@uwstout.edu