Assistant Director, Residential Dining

Job Title:

Assistant Director, Residential Dining

Physical Location:

Kent Campus - Kent, OH

Salary:

$58,202 - $78,762

Basic Function:

Provide leadership for residential dining units within culinary services. Oversight includes multiple locations and encompasses the full scope for each location as outlined. Reports to Associate Director, Operations, University Culinary Services or designee.

Additional Basic Function - if applicable:

Examples of Duties:

Duties/essential functions may include, but not be limited to, the following:

Manage multiple operations; ensure quality experience, including (but not limited to) attention to signage, cleanliness, guest interactions, food preparation, point of sale transactions, and basic operating principles completed daily.

Provide direct supervision to unclassified, classified, and student employees; hold regular trainings and professional development for all food service employees in assigned areas.

Identify opportunities for sales growth; create menu ideas and stations within residential units.

Collaborate to develop program calendar and special events throughout the year.

Use data and trends to prepare/implement recommendations for menus, meal plan design, programs, and hours of operation.

Ensure compliance with local, state, and federal health, safety and sanitation laws and regulations.

Create and implement standard operating procedures (SOPs); ensure training on and implementation of standards.

Manage and control inventory (including food and non-food items); prepare profit and loss statements to communicate increases and decreases in inventory.

Develop and plan cost menus and new recipes within assigned budget with an emphasis on nutritional and special dietary need.

Create and maintain collaborative working relationships within Culinary Services and campus partners.

Participate in special event planning to enhance student experience.

Participate in department, division, and campus-wide projects.

Perform related duties as assigned.

Additional Examples of Duties - if applicable:

Minimum Qualifications:

Associate degree in business administration, hotel and restaurant management or relevant field plus six years experience in high volume food service to include managing a food service operation or unit.

OR

A combination of education, training and experience equivalent to an associate degree plus six years experience in high volume food service to include managing a food service operation or unit.

License/Certification:

Must possess the Ohio Department of Health's Level Two certification in Food Protection.

Allergen trained and Servsafe certified within 3 months of hire date.

Knowledge Of:

Local, state, and federal laws and regulations related to food service operation

Program and event planning

Personal computer applications

Budgeting

Menu management

Inventory control

HACCP for food preparation and safety

Skill In:

Written and interpersonal communication

Organization; managing multiple projects

Recipe and menu writing

Interpersonal communication

Collaboration and conflict resolution

Building and leading a team

Ability To:

Provide leadership and direction

Effectively communicate

Respond to current needs and trends for college population

Work flexible hours to meet student needs; includes evenings, nights and weekends as required

Adapt to changing circumstances

Anticipate and resolve unexpected issues in a fast-paced environment

Preferred Qualifications - if applicable:

Assessments:

Asterisk (*) indicates knowledge, skills, abilities which require assessments

Working Conditions / Physical Requirements:

Working Schedule:

Additional Information:

Must pass a security check.

We are an equal opportunity employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.

For official job descriptions, visit www.kent.edu/hr.

Kent State University is committed to the creation and nurturing of a diverse community of individuals through inclusive excellence. Diversity involves recognizing the value of differences and the inclusion of all members of the community. This is a core value of the organization as we strive for a culturally diverse student body, faculty and staff that reflect the multicultural nature of Ohio, the nation, and our world.

Kent State University is a Smoke-Free, Tobacco-Free University effective July 1, 2017. Smoking and tobacco use are not permitted on any of Kent State's campuses or other locations and properties that are owned, operated, or leased by Kent State, both domestic and international. For additional details, visit www.kent.edu/smoke-free.

Disclaimer:

The intent of this description is to illustrate the types of duties and responsibilities that will be required of positions given this title and should not be interpreted to describe all the specific duties and responsibilities that may be required in any particular position. Directly related experience/education beyond the minimum stated may be substituted where appropriate at the discretion of the Appointing Authority. Kent State University reserves the right to revise or change job duties, job hours, and responsibilities.