Food Service Area Supervisor; CS

Overview

To build on a strong foundation of achievement and contribute to the realization of its ambitious institutional goals, Southern Illinois University Edwardsville (SIUE) invites applications for the position of Food Service Area Supervisor (CS26-188). As a premier metropolitan university, SIUE is committed to advancing social and economic mobility while shaping the workforce of the future. Grounded in a comprehensive, broad-based education and enriched by hands-on research opportunities, SIUE equips its students with the knowledge and skills needed to succeed in a global marketplace and positively impact their communities.

• Under the general supervision from a Food Service Administrator, perform line supervisory duties for a food service unit within the Food Service Department.

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Three (3) years (36 months) of food service work experience in an institutional or commercial setting.

• Supervisory ability and experience.
• Ability to pass food handlers examination.
• Knowledge of sanitation practices and procedures and the ability to acquire the Illinois Department of Public Health Food Service Management Sanitation Certificate.

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• Illinois Residency Requirement: Pursuant to the State Universities Civil Service System, candidates must be a current Illinois resident.
• Classification: State Universities Civil Service System Classification Number: 3500 - SUCSS Classification Title. For more information on Civil Service classifications, please visit the State Universities Civil Service System website at: https://(Use the "Apply for this Job" box below)..aspx
• Veterans: Veterans who qualify for preference must provide proof of eligibility within ten (10) working days of submitting an application. The required proof of eligibility includes, at a minimum, a copy of the veteran's DD214/DD215 form (Department of Defense), NGB
  22 form (National Guard), or Discharge Orders or DD256 Discharge Certificate (Reserves). For help in determining the appropriate proof of eligibility to submit, please refer to the Guide for Veteran Document Verification.
• Pre-Employment Screening: All external candidates who receive a job offer will be required to undergo pre-employment screening for this position. The screening process will encompass a criminal background check and, where applicable, other background checks such as a drug screen, verification of employment and education or licensure/certification, reference checks, and/or checks with relevant government registries. Please note that all job offers are contingent upon successful completion of the required screening process.
• Work Authorization Information: SIUE will only employ those who are legally authorized to work in the United States and visa sponsorship for this position will not be provided. International students at SIUE on F-1 or J-1 visas are not eligible for full-time or part-time civil service positions with permanent status.
• Accommodation: If you are unable to utilize our online application system and need to request an accommodation, please reach out to us at  or via email at: career info
• EEO Statement: Southern Illinois University Edwardsville is an equal opportunity employer and thus prohibits discrimination against employees, applicants for employment and students on the basis of age, color, disability, marital status, national origin, race, religion, sex, sexual orientation, or veteran's status.
• We value your interest and look forward to reviewing your application. For questions or more information, please email career info.

• Opening Date: 01/22/2026
• Closing Date: 2/6/2026 11:59 PM Central
• Address: 1040 Rendleman Hall, Edwardsville, Illinois, 62026
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