Job Overview
Employment Type
Full-time
Work Schedule
Standard Hours
Benefits
Health Insurance
Dental Insurance
Paid Time Off
Retirement Plan
Professional development opportunities
Employee assistance program
Tuition waiver
Job Description
The University of Oklahoma (OU) is a prominent public research university located in Norman, Oklahoma. It is known for its commitment to providing exceptional educational experiences and fostering innovation across various disciplines. OU's dining services play a crucial role in enhancing campus life by offering diverse, high-quality food options to students, faculty, staff, and visitors. As a major component of the university's campus operations, the dining services department manages multiple retail food venues, catering operations, vending services, satellite food units, and the esteemed University Club. This department is dedicated to delivering quality dining experiences while supporting the university’s mission and... Show More
Job Requirements
- Bachelor's degree
- 96 months of business and hospitality management experience including higher education environment
- Valid drivers license to operate OU motor vehicles
- ServSafe certified or ability to obtain within 6 months of hire
- Food Handlers License or ability to obtain within 30 days of hire
- Must be able to push, pull, reach, engage in repetitive motions, move and communicate effectively
- Must be able to synthesize large amounts of information daily to ensure smooth operations
- Frequent exposure to extreme temperature changes
- Must be able to travel around campus daily
- Frequent exposure to pressure caused by deadlines and busy periods
- Requires frequent contact with other departments and university officials
Job Qualifications
- Bachelor's degree
- 96 months of business and hospitality management experience including higher education environment
- Ability to accurately read and understand written materials and instructions
- Basic computer skills
- Proficient in Microsoft Office
- Ability to produce reports and complete work within deadlines
- Strong initiative to solve problems
- Ability to work well with interdepartmental teams and initiatives
- Customer service skills
- Highly developed oral, written, and presentation communication skills
- Ability to understand and manipulate complex spreadsheets and reports
- Independently solve complex problems
- Advanced knowledge of food preparation techniques, storage, handling, and sanitation standards
Job Duties
- Manage the overall administration, day-to-day operations and budget
- Monitor financial performance, identify cost-saving opportunities, and drive revenue growth
- Supervise employees including hiring, firing, training, and evaluating performance
- Promote professional development, training and a positive and engaged work culture
- Assist in the establishment of specific and long-range unit goals that align with institutional goals
- Develop, implement and administer services, programs, or projects
- Provide consultation, clarify policies and procedures, and resolve problems
- Perform assignments requiring specialized food production and equipment knowledge and skills
- Travel to local, state, regional or national meetings
- Perform related duties as needed to fulfill the functions of the position
Job Qualifications
Experience
Expert Level (7+ years)
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