Premium Floor Supervisor - Mississippi State University

Proof of the Pudding (POP) is an award-winning catering company throughout the Southeast with a commitment to creating quality culinary innovations. This standard was upheld through the expansion into Sports and Entertainment Hospitality Services by providing elevated concessions and premium offerings to collegiate stadiums, PGA golf tournaments, International Boat Shows, Professional Sports Teams, & more.

We are currently seeking an experienced Supervisor to join the team at Mississippi State University. POP provides food service to MSU’s athletic events, special events, and student athletes. This position will lead the front of house operations.

Key Responsibilities:

• Oversee the execution and details of day-to-day operations of MSU.
• Work very closely with GM, Culinary, and Operations team to understand and maintain needs for multiple coinciding events.
• Be an onsite supervisor during food service times.
  • Training table operates 5-7 days per week with 2-3 meal times per day.
• Managing time effectively to ensure all BEO/menu items are completed prior to service times.
• Managing the team that is scheduled to run each event.
• Responsible for setting food stations.
• Ensure the client is communicated with and checked in on throughout the event.
• Assist with on-the-job training of new employees ensuring all staff is set up for success.
• Assisting in post-event tasks including inputting payroll and inventory as directed.

Responsibilities not limited to this list.

Education and/or Experience Qualifications:

• 2-4 years of experience in Front of House Operations, F&B Coordination, Lead Server, or equivalent.
• Strong knowledge and efficiency of Microsoft Office.

Specialized Qualifications:

• Must be a team player and well organized with strong written and verbal communication skills.
• Excellent listening and communication skills.
• Renowned time management and organization skills.
• Strong Customer Service skills with the desire to go above and beyond a client’s needs.
• The ability to work alone and as a team.
• Strong attention to detail and the ability to learn and adapt quickly.

Work Environment 

The work environment for this position will be event operations and working out of the Football Stadium or similar venues. This position will often move throughout campus and stadium grounds on different terrains. This role will also be in and out of freezers and coolers and utilizing typical kitchen equipment.

Physical Demands:

• Prolonged periods of standing, moving through an event space.
• Bending, lifting, scooping, and carrying miscellaneous equipment and food items.
• Ability to perform physical tasks; such as but not limited to, lifting approx. 30 lbs.

CORE VALUE AND COMPETENCY REQUIREMENTS

• Business Acumen - Demonstrate comprehension of the job, including policies, practices, and relationships.  Possess the expertise and skill levels required of the job and perform with quality.
• Dedication - Dependable, reliable and follows through on projects from inception to completion.  Willing to put in as much time as necessary to complete tasks.  Demonstrate a win-win attitude: “s