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Kent State University

Manager, University Culinary Services

Job Overview

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Employment Type

Full-time
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Compensation

Type:
Salary
Rate:
Range $42,357.00 - $46,732.00
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Work Schedule

Flexible
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Benefits

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

Job Description

Kent State University, located in Kent, Ohio, is a renowned public research university committed to fostering a culturally and intellectually diverse community. With a strong emphasis on inclusive and respectful working and learning environments, the university attracts and retains diverse staff members dedicated to excellence. Kent State University offers numerous opportunities for professional growth within its various departments, including its dynamic University Dining Services, which aims to deliver exceptional dining experiences to students, faculty, and visitors alike.

The Manager of University Dining Services at Kent State University is a pivotal role based at the Kent Campus, responsible for mana... Show More

Job Requirements

  • Associate's degree in management, business, or relevant field or degree from a recognized culinary institute or four years of experience in food service management or relevant field
  • food service management certification from Ohio Health Department or ability to obtain certification within three months of hire

Job Qualifications

  • Associate's degree in management, business, or relevant field
  • degree from a recognized culinary institute
  • four years of experience in food service management or relevant field
  • food service management certification from Ohio Health Department or ability to obtain certification within three months of hire
  • knowledge of local, state, and federal laws and regulations regarding food service operations
  • knowledge of budgeting
  • skill in recipe and menu writing
  • skill in verbal and written communications and interpersonal skills
  • ability to manage people and projects
  • ability to analyze situations and develop effective solutions

Job Duties

  • Manage assigned small unit or assist in managing assigned moderately complex dining service operation
  • provide and ensure quality customer service
  • supervise assigned area employees, including hiring, training, scheduling, evaluating
  • monitor inventory
  • order products, supplies, and equipment as necessary
  • ensure compliance with local, state, and federal health, safety, and sanitation laws and regulations
  • monitor food preparation procedures
  • assist in the development and implementation of production standards
  • ensure compliance with standards
  • assist in budget development and implementation for assigned unit
  • assist in menu and recipe development
  • provide functional guidance of administrative/professional employees and/or direct supervision of support staff on an ongoing basis
  • may provide ongoing facilitation of consecutive projects
  • perform related duties as assigned

Job Qualifications

Experience

Mid Level (3-7 years)

Job Location

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