Supervisor of Dining Operations

Kennesaw State University; Kennesaw (GA); On-site; USD 23,419 - 26,174; Full time

Job summary

Kennesaw State University in Marietta, GA is seeking a Supervisor of Dining Operations to oversee assigned staff and operations on campus, including front and back of house. You will assist managers with scheduling, team development, and meeting budget goals.

Responsibilities include delivering a dining experience for students, maintaining food variety and cleanliness, coordinating with facilities for equipment, and leading staff training.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent required.
• Must obtain ServSafe certification within 12 months.
• Minimum one year supervisory experience in a food service.
• Preferred degree in hospitality or culinary arts.

Responsibilities

• Oversees staff and student assistants on campus dining operations.
• Assist with scheduling, team development, and budgeting.
• Ensure quality, cleanliness, and freshness of food.
• Coordinate with maintenance for equipment.
• Lead and train assigned staff.
• Support promotions with marketing and culinary teams.

Skills

Customer service

Leadership

Team supervision

Communication

Education

HS diploma

Undergraduate degree

Culinary cert

Tools

MS Office

Job description

Supervisor of Dining Operations

Location: Marietta, Georgia

Job Summary

Oversees assigned staff, student assistants and operations within the assigned retail and/or residential dining operations on a specific campus and/or location, which may include oversight of both front and back of the house operations. Assists managers with scheduling, team development, and meeting budgetary goals.

Responsibilities

• Provides a dining experience that meets the lifestyle needs of students
• Ensures the program provides exceptional food variety, quality, cleanliness and freshness
• Assists and coordinates with maintenance and facilities to ensure the dining program has equipment that is well‑maintained and functional at all times
• Responsible for leading, supervising, training and development of assigned staff and/or student assistants
• Assists leaders in managing expenses, generating revenue and the overall financial success of the assigned program and/or location
• Assists management in implementing new culinary programs and promotions in conjunction with the marketing and culinary team

Qualifications

Educational Requirements

• High school diploma or equivalent

Other Required Qualifications

• Manager ServSafe certified or obtains certification within twelve (12) months of hire

Required Experience

• One (1) year of supervisory experience in a food service establishment

Preferred Qualifications

Additional Preferred Qualifications

• Knowledge of MS Office Suite

Preferred Educational Qualifications

• An undergraduate or advanced degree from an accredited institution of higher education in a related field
• Degree or certification from a culinary arts or hospitality program

Preferred Experience

• Experience in a Higher Education food service establishment
• Leadership and/or training experience in a food service establishment

Proposed Salary

The salary range for this position is $17.50 to $19.50 based on relevant experience. Comprehensive benefits to include Medical, Dental, Vision, 13 paid holidays, vacation, generous retirement plans, tuition waiver, wellness options, and much more.

Knowledge, Skills & Abilities

Abilities

• Able to effectively communicate with a variety of levels of internal and external customers
• Able to handle multiple tasks or projects at one time meeting assigned deadlines

Knowledge

• Knowledge of and Proficient in HACCP Standards

Skills

• Excellent interpersonal, initiative, teamwork, problem solving, independent judgment, organization, communication (verbal and written), time management, project management and presentation skills
• Proficient with computer applications and programs associated with the position (i.e., Microsoft Office suite, Point of Sales systems)
• Strong attention to detail and follow up skills
• Strong customer service skills and phone and e‑mail etiquette

USG Core Values

The University System of Georgia is comprised of our 26 institutions of higher education and learning, as well as the System Office. Our USG Statement of Core Values are Integrity, Excellence, Accountability, and Respect. These values serve as the foundation for all that we do as an organization, and each USG community member is responsible for demonstrating and upholding these standards. More details on the USG Statement of Core Values and Code of Conduct are available in USG Board Policy 8.2.18.1.2 and can be found on line.

Equal Employment Opportunity

Kennesaw State University is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer. The University is committed to maintaining a fair and respectful environment for living, work and study. To that end, and in accordance with federal and state law, Board of Regents policy, and University policy, the University prohibits harassment of or discrimination against any person because of race, color, sex (including sexual harassment, pregnancy, and medical conditions related to pregnancy), sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, ethnicity or national origin, religion, age, genetic information, disability, or veteran or military status by any member of the KSU Community on campus, in connection with a University program or activity, or in a manner that creates a hostile environment for members of the KSU community.

Other Information

• This is a supervisory position.
• This position does not have any financial responsibilities.
• This position will not be required to drive.
• This role is not considered a position of trust.
• This position does not require a purchasing card (P‑Card).
• This position may travel 1% - 24% of the time.
• This position does not require security clearance.

Background Check

• Standard Enhanced