General Manager, University Culinary Services

Kent State University; Kent, Northern (OH, KY); Hybrid; USD 47,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

Kent State University on Kent Campus invites applications for the General Manager, University Culinary Services. You will oversee a moderately complex dining operation and assist senior management in running a large multi-unit service, ensuring quality service and compliance.

The role requires leadership of staff, budgeting, menu development, and adherence to health and safety standards. A relevant degree or culinary institute background plus food service management experience is expected.

Qualifications

• Requires an Associate’s degree in Management, Business, or relevant field, or a degree from a recognized culinary institute.
• Food service management experience required: four years minimum; or eight years related professional experience.

Responsibilities

• Manage or assist in managing a dining service operation; ensure quality customer service.
• Supervise staff: hiring, training, scheduling, evaluation; monitor inventory and order supplies.
• Oversee budget for the area; develop reports and cost menus; ensure health, safety, and sanitation compliance.

Skills

Written and interpersonal comms

Education

Associate’s degree in Management/Business

Culinary institute credential

Job description

Job Title:

General Manager, University Culinary Services

Physical Location:

Kent Campus - Kent, OH

Salary:

$46,977 - $54,710

Basic Function:

To manage a moderately complex dining service operation or assist a Senior Manager in running a large multi-unit dining service operation (e.g., Tri Towers, Eastway, Second Floor Cafeteria). Reports to designated supervisor.

Additional Basic Function – if applicable:

None.

Examples of Duties:

• Manage or assist Senior Manager in managing assigned dining service operation; provide and ensure quality customer service.
• Supervise assigned area personnel to include hiring, training, scheduling, evaluating, etc.
• Monitor inventory; order products, supplies, and equipment as necessary.
• Oversee budget for assigned area; develop reports.
• Ensure compliance with local, state, and federal health, safety, and sanitation laws and regulations; monitor food preparation procedures.
• Assist in development and implementation of production standards; ensure compliance with standards.
• Develop and cost menus and new recipes.
• Provide leadership of a small department, unit or major function and/or direct supervision over administrative/professional employees.
• Perform related duties as assigned

Additional Examples of Duties – if applicable:

None.

Minimum Qualifications:

Associate’s degree in Management, Business, or relevant field or degree from a recognized culinary institute; four years experience in food service management.

OR

Eight years comparable related professional experience in food service management.

License/Certification:

Food Service Management Certification from Ohio Health Department or the ability to obtain certification within three months of hire.

Knowledge Of:

• Local, state, and federal laws and regulations related to health, safety, and sanitation of a food service operation
• Budgeting; menu management
• Inventory control

Skill In:

Written and interpersonal communication

Ability To:

Provide leadership and direction; analyze situations and develop effective solutions

Preferred Qualifications – if applicable:

None.

Assessments:

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

Working Conditions / Physical Requirements:

None.

Working Schedule:

Will discuss in interview.

Additional Information:

Kent State University is committed to creating a community that is culturally and intellectually diverse and to attracting and retaining a diverse staff. We strive to create and maintain working and learning environments that respect differences, and are inclusive, welcoming, respectful and kind.

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 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.