Production Supervisor

University of Dayton; Dayton (OH); On-site; USD 25,000 - 33,000; Full time

Job summary

The University of Dayton is seeking a Production Supervisor for Dining Services in Dayton, OH. You will lead a diverse team of BU, part-time and student employees, stay hands-on with food production, and ensure quality and efficiency while supporting daily operations.

Shift is 1:00pm-8:30pm, 35 hours per week. Must work days, nights, weekends and holidays. Requires leadership, teamwork, and ability to supervise with limited supervision.

Qualifications

• Two years of experience in food service preparation.
• Ability to work varied schedules including days, nights, weekends and holidays.
• Must be able to read, write, speak and understand English.
• Ability to supervise others and work without constant supervision.
• Must be physically able to lift up to 40 pounds and stand for extended periods.

Responsibilities

• Lead and supervise a diverse team of BU, part-time, and student employees in food production.
• Ensure quality food production and efficient operations.
• Promote teamwork and provide training and guidance to staff.

Skills

Leadership

Supervision

Team coordination

English literacy

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Associate degree in Culinary/Business/Restaurant Management

Tools

Microsoft Word

Cbord

Job description

Job No: 503855
Work Type: Staff Full Time (1500 hours or greater)
Location: Dayton, OH
Category: University Staff
Department: Dining Serv - VWK - 800611
Pay Grade: 8 - Non Exempt
Advertised: September 08, 2026
Applications close: Open until filled

Position Summary:

Bring your leadership skills to Dining Services at the University of Dayton! As a working supervisor, you’ll be hands-on with food production while guiding and supporting a diverse team of BU, part-time, and student employees. Help create quality food, keep operations running efficiently, and make a difference in the campus dining experience. Join a team that values its employees and offers excellent benefits and opportunities to grow with the University. Apply to our Production Supervisor opening today!

Minimum Qualifications:

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Minimum of two (2) years experience in food service preparation position.
• Must be willing to work varied work schedule including days, nights, weekends and holidays.
• Must have experience working with food processing equipment including, but not limited to fryers, grills, slicers, steamers, combi ovens, woks, and choppers.
• Must be able to read, write, speak and understand English.
• Must possess the ability to work independently, supervise and direct others, without constant supervision.
• Must be able to follow written and verbal instruction.
• Must be self motivated and have a sense of urgency to meet the changing demands of a fast paced, high volume operation.
• Must have the ability to lift forty (40 ) pounds and the ability to stand for periods of time up to four hours.
• Must be able to exert well pace mobility for periods of up to four (4) hours.
• Must be able to stoop, bend, push and pull.
• Must be able to visually differentiate colors for the purpose of food safety.
• Must have basic math skills to calculate production requirements.
• Must enjoy working with students and a diverse, multi cultural staff.
• Personal skills should include integrity, attention to detail, good judgement, and proven ability to promote teamwork.
• Managerial ServSafe certification or willing to become certified within one year.

Preferred Qualifications:

While not everyone may possess all of the preferred qualifications, the ideal candidate will bring many of the following:

• Associate's degree in Culinary, Business or Restaurant and Hospitality Management.
• Two years of supervisory experience.
• Working knowledge of Microsoft Word based software.
• Work experience with Cbord.
• Previous work experience with food production in a high volume institution such as a university, hospital, hotel or high volume restaurant.
• Experience in a union workplace.
• Valid driver's license with low risk driving record.

Applicants must be currently authorized to work in the United States on a full-time basis. The University does not provide work visa sponsorship for this position.

35 hours/wk. Shift will vary according to operational needs. Primary shift 1:00pm-8:30pm. Must be able to work evenings, weekends and holidays.

Closing Statement:

Informed by its Catholic and Marianist mission, the University is committed to the dignity of every human being. Informed by this commitment, we seek to increase diversity in all of its forms, achieve fair outcomes, and model inclusion across our campus community. The University is committed to policies of affirmative action designed to increase the employment opportunities of individuals with disabilities and protected veterans in compliance with the Rehabilitation Act of 1973 and Vietnam Era Veterans' Readjustment Assistance Act of 1973.

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