Dining Operations Manager - Choolaah

University of Nebraska–Lincoln; Nebraska; On-site; USD 46,000 - 56,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Generous paid time off

Comprehensive insurance options

Employee and dependent scholarship

Retirement plans with university match

Values your time outside of work

Job summary

University of Nebraska–Lincoln is seeking a Dining Operations Manager to oversee a restaurant within the Nebraska Union Food Commons. You will supervise the dining operations, lead a team, ensure quality service, and maintain standards across food production, front-of-house, and inventory.

The role demands flexible scheduling, including evenings and weekends, and a commitment to staff development. As a member of the leadership team, you will align operations with university policies, manage

Qualifications

• Four years of food service experience with demonstrated career progression, showing increased leadership and responsibility.
• Knowledge of cost controls, inventory controls and food safety/sanitation programs necessary.
• Must have ability to supervise food production, and excellent skills in customer relations, team building, and communications.

Responsibilities

• Manage and lead a food court dining operations concept.
• Provide high-quality customer service to all guests.
• Ensure orders are accurate and meet all franchise and University Dining standards.
• Create an environment that promotes growth for student workers and staff.
• Hire, schedule, train and lead a team.
• Provide servant leadership through daily tasks including food production, front end management, cleaning and stocking.

Skills

Customer service

Leadership

Team building

Communication

Staff supervision

Food safety

Inventory controls

Cost controls

Strong work ethic

Computer skills

Education

Bachelor’s degree or equivalent experience

Tools

Word processing

Spreadsheets

Email

Internet

Job description

Position Information

Position Information

EEO Statement

The University of Nebraska does not discriminate based on race, color, ethnicity, national origin, sex, pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender identity, religion, disability, age, genetic information, veteran status, marital status, and/or political affiliation in its programs, activities, or employment. See Notice of Nondiscrimination

Working Title

Working Title Dining Operations Manager - Choolaah

Department

Department Housing: Retail Operations-12425

Requisition Number

Requisition Number S_260840

Posting Open Date

Posting Open Date 10/16/2026

Application Review Date: (To ensure consideration, please submit all application materials before review date)

Application Review Date: (To ensure consideration, please submit all application materials before review date) 11/03/2026

Posting Close Date

Open Until Filled Yes

Description of Work

The Dining Operations Manager is an integral member of the leadership team by assisting the GeneralManagerin the overall supervision and operation of a restaurant within the Nebraska Union Food Commons area.
As the Dining Operations Manager you will:

• Manage and lead a food court dining operations concept
• Provide high-quality customer service to all guests
• Ensure orders are accurate and meet all franchise and University Dining standards
• Create an environment that promotes growth for student workers and staff
• Hire, schedule, train and lead a team
• Provide servant leadership through the facilitation and completion of daily tasks including food production, front end management, cleaning and stocking

Schedule varies and includes evenings, late nights, and weekend shifts.

About Us:

At the University of Nebraska–Lincoln, we’re proud to be consistently recognized by Forbes as a top employer and recently earned the Lincoln Family Friendly Workplace certification. We are known for our welcoming, supportive environment, commitment to professional growth, and outstanding benefits. UNL isn’t just a workplace; it’s a place to build your career and make a meaningful impact in Nebraska.

When you join our team as a full-time, regular staff member, you’ll enjoy:

• Generous paid time off, including vacation, sick leave, parental leave, and holidays
• Comprehensive insurance options, including medical, dental, vision, and life coverage
• Employee and dependent scholarship programs to pursue higher education
• Retirement plans with university match
• A workplace culture that values your time outside of work
• Associate’s or equivalent education/experience.
• Four years of food service experience with demonstrated career progression, showing increased leadership and responsibility.
• Knowledge of cost controls, inventory controls and food safety/sanitation programs necessary.
• Must have ability to supervise food production, and excellent skills in customer relations, team building, and communications.
• Knowledge of personal computers, word processing, spreadsheets, e‑mail and internet necessary.
• Food Handler’s permit or ability to obtain by passing the Safety and Sanitation test required.

Preferred Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree or equivalent experience.
• Relevant food/dietetic/hospitality or business field experience.

Pre-Placement Driving Record Review Required

Pre-Placement Driving Record Review Required No

Physical Required

Physical Required Yes

Commercial Driver’s License (CDL) required. Subject to DOT approved pre-employment & random testing for alcohol and controlled substances.

Commercial Driver’s License (CDL) required. Subject to DOT approved pre-employment & random testing for alcohol and controlled substances. No

Criminal History Background Check Required

Criminal History Background Check Required Yes

Posted Salary $51,000/yr. minimum

For questions or accommodations related to this position contact

Bjorn Scott, General Manager
[e-mail]
402-472-8164

Job Category (old)

Job Category (old) Managerial/Professional

Job Type

Job Type Full-Time

Alternate Work Schedule (if other than 8-5)

Alternate Work Schedule (if other than 8-5) Some evenings and weekends based on needs.

Work Location (City, State)

Work Location (City, State) Lincoln, NE

Position funded by grant or other form of temporary funding?

Position funded by grant or other form of temporary funding? No

If Temporary, indicate end date

Planned Hire Date:

Appointment End Date

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