Senior Dining Manager (CS27-064)

About the role

To build on a strong foundation of achievement and contribute to the realization of its ambitious institutional goals, Southern Illinois University Edwardsville (SIUE) invites applications for the position of Senior Dining Manager. As a premier metropolitan university, SIUE is committed to advancing social and economic mobility while shaping the workforce of the future. Grounded in a comprehensive, broad-based education and enriched by hands-on research opportunities, SIUE equips its students with the knowledge and skills needed to succeed in a global marketplace and positively impact their communities. Employing more than 2,400 faculty and staff members, SIUE is one of the largest employers in the Metropolitan St. Louis area. A study by SIUE School of Business faculty shows the University has a $1.3 billion annual economic impact on the region. Each year, the University's presence generates almost 9,000 additional jobs and more than $250 million in labor income for the area.

Responsibilities

• Provide leadership and oversight of assigned Dining Services operations, programs, and personnel.
• Manage staffing, employee supervision, scheduling, workflow coordination, service delivery, food quality and safety, and compliance with applicable University, departmental, and regulatory requirements.
• Work collaboratively with Dining Services leadership to ensure effective daily operations, appropriate allocation of resources, consistent service standards, and continuity of operations across the department.
• Support departmental initiatives, programs, and strategic priorities that contribute to the overall effectiveness of Dining Services and its service to the campus community.

Requirements

High school diploma or equivalent. Any one or combination totaling six (6) years (72 months) from the categories below:

• Coursework in business, dietetics, culinary arts, food science, nutrition, hospitality, hotel, catering, restaurant, or institutional management, or a closely related field (30 semester hours = one year).
• Associate’s Degree (60 semester hours) = eighteen months.
• 90 semester hours = two years.
• Bachelor's Degree (120 semester hours) = three years.
• Food service management work experience.

FLSA status: Exempt.

Preferred Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in marketing, food service management, nutrition, business administration or a related field.
• Two years of experience in marketing and promotions, especially in a food service environment.
• Familiarity with USDA guidelines and CACFP meal requirements.
• Skill in planning, communication, and organizational leadership