Summary

Directs student dining operations

Diversity & Inclusion 

Embracing diversity for a richly inclusive community is a Guiding Principle at JWU. Our students, faculty and staff have varied backgrounds, experiences and perspectives that unite us as one community and contribute to our success. We are committed to enhancing the diversity of our workforce teams and we encourage individuals from underrepresented groups to apply. 

Johnson & Wales University is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, age, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, genetic information, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status or any other basis prohibited by law.

Essential Job Functions

• Administers operations related to requisition, purchase and storage of food, supplies and equipment as well as foodservice safety and quality
• Directs dining services administrative and managerial personnel in identifying, developing and implementing new or revised operational policies and procedures
• Conducts analyses and prepares reports for university administration
• Directs and assists in the administration of department software systems
• Conducts food safety training and inspections per university requirements and standards
• Researches, develops and designs menus, including recipe formulation
• Makes recommendations regarding vendor selection
• Develops food services standards, programs and procedures for consistent foodservice delivery
• Prepares and monitors departmental budget
• Supervises and develops the department staff, facilitating professional opportunities to improve individual capability and managing performance against job accountabilities, department goals and established university, campus and department policies and procedures
• Supervises and manages student employees, as necessary, to enhance their academic and professional development
• Performs other duties as assigned

Required Qualifications

• Minimum of a bachelor's degree or a combination of education/certification(s) and/or experience suitable for the position
• Moderate amount of experience working in progressive college/university or contract food service or other related experience

Please Note:

Qualified candidates must live or relocate within a daily commuting distance of the Providence Campus location upon hire.

Applications are accepted on an ongoing basis until job posting is closed.