Coffee Shop Manager (Food Service Supervisor 2)

Position Summary

The Opportunity: Skagit Valley College is hiring a manager to expand its coffee shop operations. The manager will be responsible for opening the shop, including preparing grab-n-go/deli food items and opening and closing the espresso stand. They will collaborate with the Culinary Arts program and the kitchen manager on the menu. They will also hire and supervise part-time employees who prepare coffee drinks and deli foods. The manager will also be responsible for organizing coffee service for campus events and occasionally coordinating with caterers for food for lunch meetings.

This full-time classified project position works twelve months, 40 hours a week, and is benefits eligible. The current work schedule is Monday – Friday, 6:00 am – 2:30 pm. The College may have flexibility with the hours per day and months per year. The final schedule will be developed at the time of hire. The projected hours of operation are Monday–Thursday 7:30 am–2:00 pm and Friday 8:00 am–12:00 pm., with the goal to extend hours as demand grows.

• Equitable student outcomes in access, achievement, and community;
• Our Guiding Principles;
• Decisions based on strategy and evidence;
• The development of our employees;
• A diverse and inclusive college community where everyone belongs.

• An unrelenting focus on our mission to improve the lives of our students and to strengthen our diverse community.
• Support for innovative teaching, learning, and scholarship.
• Exciting opportunities for personal and career growth.
• Diverse cultural and environmental benefits of rural, suburban, and urban lifestyles.
• Friendly, supportive, and diverse work environments.
• Excellent benefits include competitive leave packages and an array of health, dental, vision, and retirement plans to meet your current and future needs.

Duties and Responsibilities

Build and lead a team of student and part-time employees.

• With delegated authority, oversee the hiring and supervision of student and part-time employees;
• Coordinate and oversee training and work assignments;
• Guide best practices in customer service and food/coffee production;
• Assign work schedules and manage absence requests;
• Conduct performance evaluations and recommend corrective action when necessary

• Coordinates the preparation and serving of food and coffee;
• Inspects food for portion size, temperature, and appearance;
• Directs employees in maintenance of sanitation standards and work procedures;
• Plans menus in conjunction with Food Service Manager;
• Coordinates with the Food Service Manager to order food and supplies;
• Monitors daily use of food, labor, and supplies;
• Requisitions routine repairs and reports major repair needs.

• Opens and closes the coffee shop;
• Balances cash and manages daily deposits;
• Preps and prepares food and coffee.

• Organizing coffee service for campus events;
• Coordinating with caterers for food for on-campus meetings.

• Performs related duties as assigned.

Qualifications

Minimum Qualifications

• Associate Degree in Culinary Arts or related field
• One (1) year of food service supervisory experience;
• Serve Safe Certification and Washington Food Handlers Card;

OR

• High School Diploma, or GED certificate
• Three (3) years of food service experience, including one year as a lead, supervisor or equivalent;
• Serve Safe Certification and Washington Food Handlers Card.

• Barista experience;
• Experience in food production;
• Experience working at a coffee shop, especially as a manager or lead;
• Experience with event planning and event management.

Salary, Benefits, Conditions of Employment, Application Procedure, About SVC

Salary and Benefits:

• Salary is based on Range 43, Step A, $3,728 per month with periodic increments to $4,865 per month. Starting salary may be dependent on education, qualifications, and experience. Salary and benefits are subject to change in accordance with legislative mandates and collective bargaining agreements.
• This position is eligible for overtime pay in accordance with the Fair Labor Standards Act and is dependent upon continued grant funding.
• This is a union-represented position subject to a collective bargaining agreement.
• Retirement, medical, and insurance benefits are provided in accordance with state regulations. Additional information on benefits can be found at https://fortress.wa.gov/hca/pebbhealthplan/compare.aspx.

• Meet the minimum qualifications and;
• Submit a complete application to the online recruitment system at www.skagit.eduthat includes the following:
  • The online application, which includes answers to all supplemental questions and contact information for at least three (3) professional references;
  • A current resume; (Attachment: Resume);
  • A letter of interest addressing the minimum, desired qualifications, and your education and experience as it supports the responsibilities of this position; (Attachment: Cover Letter).

• Prior to employment, a background check including criminal record history will be conducted. Information from the background check will not necessarily preclude employment but will be considered in determining the applicant's suitability and competence to perform in the position.
  
  Additionally, pursuant to RCW 28B.112.080, applicants must declare whether they are the subject of any substantiated findings of sexual misconduct in any current or former employment or are currently being investigated for, or have left a position during an investigation into, a violation of any sexual misconduct policy at the applicant’s current or past employer. By law, post-secondary education institutions cannot hire an applicant who refuses to declare the existence or non-existence of an investigation or findings subject to this statute.

• In the interest of providing a healthy, safe, and secure educational and work environment, and in order to meet the requirements of federal legislation, it is the policy of Skagit Valley College to maintain an alcohol and drug-free workplace for our employees and students.
• If hired you will be required to provide proof of identity and documentation of U.S. Citizenship or appropriate authorization to work in this position as required by the Immigration Reform Control Act of 1986.
• This classification is included in the classified staff bargaining unit, represented by the Washington Public Employees Association, WPEA.