Stewarding Supervisor | Full-Time | University of Kansas Athletics

Oak View Group

Oak View Group is the global leader in venue development, management, and premium hospitality services for the live event industry. Offering an unmatched, 360-degree solution set for a collection of world-class owned venues and a client roster that includes the most influential, highest attended arenas, convention centers, music festivals, performing arts centers, and cultural institutions on the planet.

Position Summary

The Stewarding Supervisor is an extension of the culinary team. They are responsible for supervising stewarding staff and for performing operational duties within primarily non-food production areas of the kitchen, including the ware wash room, storage areas and other utility areas. The Stewarding Supervisor will be knowledgeable of and responsible for upholding OVG standards for proper food handling and sanitation, as well as OSHA standards and MSDS guidelines. They will support culinary operations by providing oversight and assistance with the proper washing and storage of China, glassware, tableware, cooking utensils, and other food service equipment items.

About the Venue

Allen Fieldhouse: Legendary home of KU men's and women's basketball.

David Booth Kansas Memorial Stadium: Historic football stadium undergoing major renovations as part of the KU Gateway District project.

Rock Chalk Park (Lawrence, KS):

• Track & Field Stadium: One of only five Class I certified tracks in the U.S.

• Soccer Stadium: Hosts KU women's soccer matches.

Hoglund Ballpark: Baseball stadium located near Allen Fieldhouse.

Responsibilities

• Support overall food and beverage operations by participating as part of the Culinary Team; Assist in managing the facility's stewarding function and its staff members.
• Ensure that standards for health, safety, cleanliness, and sanitation are maintained throughout stewarding areas.
• Assist with control of inventory and with storage and distribution of supplies.
• Ensure Stewarding and Kitchen equipment is properly maintained.
• Contribute to goal of 100% customer satisfaction through personal commitment to customer service and leading the culinary team by example.

Qualifications

• 1-2 years supervisory experience in a fast-paced foodservice facility preferred.
• Demonstrated ability to understand and effectively implement written and verbal instructions.
• Strong team orientation and ability to work with a variety of departments to accomplish assigned tasks.
• Ability to work well independently.
• Ability to work well in a high stress, fast paced environment.
• Must be able to speak, read, write, and understand the primary language(s) used by supervisors and co-workers.
• Scheduling flexibility to meet operational needs. Hours may be extended or irregular to include nights, weekends, and holidays.

Strengthened by our Differences. United to Make a Difference

At OVG, we understand that to continue positively disrupting the sports and live entertainment industry, we need a diverse team to help us do it. We also believe that inclusivity drives innovation, strengthens our people, improves our service, and raises our excellence. Our success is rooted in creating environments that reflect and celebrate the diverse communities in which we operate and serve, and this is the reason we are committed to amplifying voices from all different backgrounds.

Equal Opportunity Employer

Oak View Group is committed to equal employment opportunity. We will not discriminate against employees or applicants for employment on any legally recognized basis (“protected class”) including, but not limited to veteran status, uniform service member status, race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, physical or mental disability, genetic information or any other protected class under federal, state, or local law.