Campus Foodservice Manager - Fast-Paced, High-Impact

Roanoke College; Salem (VA); On-site; USD 42,000 - 62,000; Full time

Job summary

Roanoke College is seeking a Cavern Foodservice Manager for the college’s busy retail operation. You will oversee quick service, the convenience store, and late-night dining, mentoring assistant managers and staff to deliver outstanding guest experiences in a fast-paced setting.

Open August through May, responsibilities include procurement, inventory, staff training, and enforcing policies while maintaining a clean, safe environment and ensuring operational excellence across all shifts.

Qualifications

• 2+ years of foodservice or hospitality supervisory management experience.
• Associate degree or higher preferred in Hospitality, Tourism, Business Management, or similar.
• Experience in high-volume college dining preferred.
• Proficient with Microsoft Office, POS, timekeeping, and inventory management systems.
• Projects a positive, professional image with good judgment and discretion.
• Ability to maintain a clean and safe food service environment.

Responsibilities

• Represent Roanoke College in a courteous and respectful manner.
• Procure food and supplies; manage inventory and rotate stock.
• Enforce Virginia ABC regulations.
• Train staff on safe operation of cooking equipment.
• Write schedules to ensure adequate shift coverage and manage overtime.
• Lead hiring, training, and coaching of staff and student workers.
• Maintain timecards and ensure accurate financial bookkeeping.

Skills

Foodservice supervision

Staff training

Inventory management

Computer proficiency

Timekeeping systems

Policy enforcement

Safety and sanitation

Education

Associate degree in Hospitality or related

Tools

Microsoft Office

POS systems

Vendor ordering systems

Timekeeping systems

Inventory database management

Job description

Roanoke College is seeking a Cavern Foodservice Manager for the college’s busy retail operation. You will oversee quick service, the convenience store, and late-night dining, mentoring assistant managers and staff to deliver outstanding guest experiences in a fast-paced setting.

Open August through May, responsibilities include procurement, inventory, staff training, and enforcing policies while maintaining a clean, safe environment and ensuring operational excellence across all shifts.