Campus Retail & Food Service Director

Sandburg; Galesburg (IL); On-site; USD 60,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

A community college in Galesburg, Illinois, is seeking a Director for Retail and Auxiliary Services to oversee food service operations and campus retail. This position requires strong leadership skills, regulatory compliance knowledge, and at least five years of experience in retail or food service management. A bachelor's degree in a related field is essential, along with budget management skills and the ability to work a flexible schedule. Additional language proficiency in Spanish or French is preferred.

Qualifications

• Minimum of five years of progressively responsible experience in retail or food service management.
• Working knowledge of health and food safety regulations.
• Supervisory experience required.
• Ability to work a flexible schedule, including evenings and weekends.
• Valid driver’s license with occasional travel for college business.

Responsibilities

• Oversee all campus food service and retail operations.
• Evaluate vendor contracts for compliance and quality.
• Manage inventory and pricing strategies.
• Hire and train retail operations staff.

Skills

Budget management

Vendor negotiations

Contract oversight

Customer service

Spanish or French language proficiency

Education

Bachelor’s degree in business administration, hospitality management, or related field

Tools

Point-of-sale (POS) systems

Inventory management software

Financial reporting tools

Job description

A community college in Galesburg, Illinois, is seeking a Director for Retail and Auxiliary Services to oversee food service operations and campus retail. This position requires strong leadership skills, regulatory compliance knowledge, and at least five years of experience in retail or food service management. A bachelor's degree in a related field is essential, along with budget management skills and the ability to work a flexible schedule. Additional language proficiency in Spanish or French is preferred.