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Food Service Manager

Job Overview

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Employment Type

Full-time
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Compensation

Type:
Salary
Rate:
Range $67,000.00 - $74,000.00
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Work Schedule

Standard Hours
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Benefits

Health Insurance
Dental Insurance
Paid Time Off
Retirement Plan
Professional Development
Employee Discounts

Job Description

The University of Wisconsin-Milwaukee (UWM) is a prominent public research university offering a diverse range of academic programs and services. It is dedicated to providing a dynamic learning environment and fostering a culture of innovation, inclusion, and engagement. The Dining and Retail Services Department at UWM supports the university community by delivering exceptional food service experiences through its Residential Dining units and retail operations. Committed to quality, sustainability, and community, this department plays an essential role in enhancing the campus life for students, faculty, and staff.

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Job Requirements

  • Two years’ experience as executive sous chef, executive chef, or head chef in a food service operation with gross revenue exceeding one million dollars
  • experience with purchasing and inventory control
  • experience in large volume production, catering, banquets or similar
  • valid driver’s license and ability to qualify to drive state vehicles

Job Qualifications

  • Two years’ experience as executive sous chef, executive chef, or head chef in a food service operation with gross revenue exceeding one million dollars
  • experience with purchasing and inventory control
  • experience in large volume production, catering, banquets or similar
  • valid driver’s license and ability to qualify to drive state vehicles
  • experience working with food allergies and other dietary limitations
  • experience with institutional food sourcing, inventory control and purchasing
  • experience with menu management and point of sale software systems
  • experience managing food, labor, and supply budgets
  • experience with standardized recipe and menu development
  • servsafe certification or equivalent state certification
  • two years of full-time foodservice management experience in a university/college or similar setting
  • successful completion of state of Wisconsin restaurant manager certification
  • bachelor’s degree or equivalent in a culinary related field

Job Duties

  • Develops staff resources, menus, and communication plans based on established goals
  • provides operational guidance for food service activities, identifies, develops, facilitates staff training opportunities, and/or supervises dining staff
  • tracks and forecasts inventory levels and places replenishment orders
  • plans and directs staff implementation of operating policies and procedures to ensure adherence to safe food quality, handling, and sanitation processes and procedures
  • directs and provides exceptional customer service, answers questions, and provides information regarding food preparation and associated activities
  • monitors the unit budget and approves expenditures

Job Qualifications

Experience

Mid Level (3-7 years)

Job Location