What are the responsibilities and job description for the FOOD SERVICE MANAGER position at University of Wisconsin–Milwaukee?
Position Type Non-Teaching Academic Staff Appointment Type Fixed Renewable Pay Basis Annual Salary Grade 21 FLSA Status Exempt Percent 100 Posting Type Staff UWM Description
In instances where the Search and Screen Committee is unable to ascertain from the candidates’ application materials whether they meet any of the qualifications, they may be evaluated as not meeting such qualifications. This is a continuous recruitment with an initial review date of January 29, 2025. To ensure consideration, applications must be submitted by January 28, 2025. Application materials received after January 28, 2025 may not receive consideration.Application Deadline
The University of Wisconsin-Milwaukee (UWM) is Wisconsin’s second-largest university, with a unique dual mission of access and research to provide high-quality education for students from all backgrounds. UWM is one of 146 top research universities recognized as “R1” by the Carnegie Classification of Institutions of Higher Education. Along with its main campus in Milwaukee, UWM has a branch campus in Waukesha.
UWM celebrates, values and promotes the diverse voices and experiences of its students and employees and our community partners. We believe diversity enriches and strengthens our institution. UWM is committed to providing equitable access to opportunities for students and employees from every background. We aspire to create a campus climate that is welcoming to all. Learn more here: https://uwm.edu/community-empowerment-institutional-inclusivity/about/
School/College/Division Description
UWM celebrates, values and promotes the diverse voices and experiences of its students and employees and our community partners. We believe diversity enriches and strengthens our institution. UWM is committed to providing equitable access to opportunities for students and employees from every background. We aspire to create a campus climate that is welcoming to all. Learn more here: https://uwm.edu/community-empowerment-institutional-inclusivity/about/
Dining and Retail Services is a self-operated dining venture on campus with a $18 million operating budget. The department has three facilities that provide food services across campus, including Sandburg Hall Café, Cambridge Commons Café, Restor Sandburg, Restor Cambridge, retail offerings in the Student Union including catering unit, Grind coffee locations, convenience stores, and concessions operations. The department includes a dynamic management team and approximately fifty resolute permanent staff. Our department includes over three hundred student employees in all areas of our operations.
Job Summary
Under the general direction of the Associate Director of Residential Dining Services, UW- Milwaukee’s Dining and Retail Services Department is hiring a dynamic and team-focused Food Service Manager. This position oversees food service operations in one of the residential dining facilities, supervises staff including: full time, part time, and student staff, and facilitates adherence to Dining food quality, handling, and sanitation procedures. The position is responsible for the planning, coordinating, service, and delivery of all food and all related activities for these operations and special events. The incumbent has overall responsibility for front-of-the-house final food preparation, food distribution, operation systems and registers, and monitoring unit inventory and budgets.
Minimum Qualifications
- Associate’s degree or equivalent education and/or work experience.
- Three (3) years’ experience in a variety of foodservice operations (examples: cafeterias, catering, fast food, convenience services, food courts, concessions).
- Valid Driver’s License and ability to qualify to drive state vehicles.
- Three (3) years’ full time management experience in foodservice operations.
- Experience with institutional food sourcing, inventory control and purchasing.
- Experience with menu management and Point of Sale software systems.
- Experience managing food, labor, and supply budgets.
- Experience with standardized recipe and menu development.
- ServSafe certification or equivalent state certification.
- Two (2) years of full-time foodservice management experience in a University/College or similar setting.
- Successful completion of State of Wisconsin Restaurant Manager Certification.
- Bachelor’s degree or equivalent in a culinary related field.
As part of UWM’s commitment to supporting the success of our team members through positive experiences, employees are provided with Benefits to Benefit You and Your Life. UWM offers a comprehensive benefits package and contributes towards the cost of several benefit plans. Employees with a qualifying position also receive an extensive leave package including vacation, sick leave (with no expiration), personal holiday, and paid legal holidays. Please visit this link to view summary benefits information. (Compensation figures are for example purposes only.) UWM Benefits to Benefit You and Your Life
Application Instructions
Interested applicants are required to apply online and provide:
- A resume
- A cover letter that addresses the candidate’s professional level work experience as it relates to all required and preferred qualifications.
- Finalist candidate(s) being considered for hire will be required to provide three professional/supervisor references through an external reference checking tool. References will not be contacted prior to candidates being notified.
In instances where the Search and Screen Committee is unable to ascertain from the candidates’ application materials whether they meet any of the qualifications, they may be evaluated as not meeting such qualifications. This is a continuous recruitment with an initial review date of January 29, 2025. To ensure consideration, applications must be submitted by January 28, 2025. Application materials received after January 28, 2025 may not receive consideration.
Salary : $64,000 - $80,000
