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Job Overview
Employment Type
Full-time
Compensation
Salary
Range $72,500.00 - $108,900.00
Work Schedule
Flexible
Weekend Shifts
Benefits
Health Insurance
Dental Insurance
Retirement Plan
Paid Time Off
Professional development opportunities
Employee meal discounts
flexible scheduling
Job Description
Tufts Dining is a self-operated, mission-driven food service organization serving the diverse Medford/Somerville and SMFA/Fenway campuses of Tufts University. As an integral part of the university’s commitment to providing exceptional dining experiences, Tufts Dining caters to a vibrant community of over 12,000 individuals including undergraduates, graduate students, faculty, staff, administrators, and guests. With a focus on culinary excellence, nutrition, and sustainability, the organization operates a progressive residential dining program and innovative retail concepts that mirror the latest global food trends and student preferences. The organization also manages a distinctive university catering program, renowned for its creativity, service quality, and flawless... Show More
Job Requirements
- Associate's Degree in culinary arts or related field
- Minimum 7 years of culinary experience with at least 5 years in management
- Proven supervision and people-management abilities
- Strong skills in large-scale menu development and food production
- Proficiency in food management systems and standard office software
- Excellent verbal and written communication and organizational skills
- Ability to multitask and manage time effectively
- Willingness to work flexible hours including weekends, evenings, and holidays
- Ability to work onsite throughout the scheduled work week
- Experience in a unionized environment is preferred
- Certification by the American Culinary Federation (ACF) is a plus
- Capability to travel for training and professional development when required
Job Qualifications
- Associate's Degree in culinary arts or equivalent combination of education and experience
- 7-10 years of culinary experience including 5+ years managing large-scale operations
- Demonstrated supervisory and people-management skills
- Strong culinary skills with expertise in menu development and large-scale food production
- Proficiency in food management and production systems including Microsoft Word, Excel, and Outlook
- Excellent communication, organization, time management, and multitasking abilities
- Bachelor's Degree in culinary arts, Food Service Management, Business, or related field preferred
- Experience in unionized work environments preferred
- Knowledge of FoodPro and Kronos or Time Clocks Plus systems preferred
- ACF Certification preferred
- Demonstrated business acumen in financial and human resource management preferred
Job Duties
- Manage all aspects of food production and culinary operations in a high-volume residential dining program
- Lead a unionized culinary team to deliver high-quality, innovative, and student-centered food programs
- Plan, coordinate, and supervise daily meal production and service ensuring allergy safety and special diet compliance
- Develop seasonal, cycle, and special menus reflecting student preferences, cultural inclusivity, and nutrition standards
- Implement and monitor FoodPro for food cost control, inventory management, and waste reduction
- Assist in managing operating budgets and labor costs aligning with financial goals
- Provide leadership for staff recruitment, training, performance evaluation, and professional development
- Ensure compliance with food safety, sanitation, and regulatory requirements including HACCP and allergen management
- Promote sustainability initiatives including waste reduction and responsible sourcing
Job Criteria
Experience
Expert Level (7+ years)
Job Location
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