Assistant Manager - Food Court

Assist in the management of Dietrick Dining Center under the direction of the unit operations manager.

Responsibilities

• Assist with execution of menu plan, personnel plan, customer relations, sales and register transactions
• Ensure safety and sanitation, and maintain and secure the building and equipment
• Assist in the supervision, counseling, training and development of employees
• Ensure all policies and procedures are followed
• Maintain a high level of customer service in the dining facility
• Create performance plans and complete performance evaluations for salaried direct reports

Requirements

• Working knowledge of commercial kitchen and food service operations
• Supervision and/or management experience in a multiple-item menu, food service establishment
• Knowledge of OSHA regulations, safe food handling practices, and food sanitation
• Ability to communicate effectively with all levels of personnel and the public
• Experience with automated scheduling and automated food inventory systems
• Previous experience operating an electronic cash register and accurately exchanging credit and debit card tender

Preferred Qualifications

• ServSafe certification and HACCP certification
• Food Service or Nutrition as area of educational study
• Previous experience providing excellent customer service
• Demonstrated knowledge of computers including Windows, Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, Outlook)

Pay

Salary: $43,888 - $47,000/year

Schedule

• Hours per week: 40
• Overtime status: Exempt (not eligible for overtime)
• Work schedule: Split days off or 2 weekdays off (1 weekend day required), mostly closing shifts 2:00 pm - 10:30 pm

About the Organization

Dedicated to its motto, Ut Prosim (That I May Serve), Virginia Tech pushes the boundaries of knowledge by taking a hands-on, transdisciplinary approach to preparing scholars to be leaders and problem-solvers. A comprehensive land-grant institution, Virginia Tech enhances the quality of life in Virginia and throughout the world. The university offers more than 280 majors to a diverse enrollment of more than 36,000 students and conducts more than $650 million in research annually.

Student Affairs at Virginia Tech fosters a community where each student creates a customized experience to meet their goals. We seek candidates who adopt and practice our Principles of Community, which are fundamental to our efforts to increase access and inclusion and to create a community that nurtures learning and growth.

Virginia Tech Dining Services is committed to providing high-quality food and exceptional service to our university community. Our dining centers create a vibrant and inclusive atmosphere, serving high-quality food safely and efficiently to keep VT running.

The successful candidate will be required to have a criminal conviction check as well as a driving check with a safe driving record.