Supervisor of Dining Operations

About Us

Are you ready to transform lives through academic excellence, innovative research, strong community partnerships and economic opportunity? Kennesaw State University is one of the 50 largest public institutions in the country. With growing enrollment and global reach, we continue to expand our institutional influence and prominence beyond the state of Georgia. We offer more than 190 undergraduate, graduate, and doctoral degrees to empower our 47,000 students to become thought leaders, lifelong learners, and informed global citizens. Our entrepreneurial spirit, high-impact research, and Division I athletics draw students from throughout the region and from more than 100 countries across the globe. Our university's vibrant culture, career opportunities, rich benefits, and values of respect, integrity, collaboration, inclusivity, and accountability make us an employer of choice. We are part of the University System of 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
• Aids in managing expenses, generating revenue and the overall financial success of the assigned program and/or location
• Aids management in implementing new culinary programs and promotions in conjunction with the marketing and culinary team

Required Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent
• One (1) year of supervisory experience in a food service establishment

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS

• Manager ServSafe certified or obtains certification within twelve (12) months of hire
• Additional preferred qualifications include knowledge of MS Office Suite, leadership and/or training experience in a food service establishment, undergraduate or advanced degree from an accredited institution of higher education in a related field, or degree or certification from a culinary arts or hospitality program

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!

Abilities

• Able to effectively communicate with a variety of levels of internal and external customers
• Knowledge of and Proficient in HAACP Standards
• 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.

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.