Assistant Manager Dining

University of Northern Iowa Alumni and Foundation•Lexington, MA

10d•$36,000•Onsite

About The Position

The University of Northern Iowa Dining team is known for serving the best college food in Iowa, creating a welcoming and well-maintained environment that enhances student life. From preparing meals to supporting daily operations, this dedicated group plays a vital role in campus culture—fostering connection, comfort, and community through every plate served. Primary Function: With a focus on student satisfaction and engagement, quality execution and service, this position will work closely with their team to coordinate and supervise the general operations of a university dining center ensuring consistency across venues and creating great customer service. They will solicit and respond to customers; utilize Food Pro and other systems to ensure compliance with departmental procedures and cost management; assist with staff and student employment process; and assist in recommendation of new and/or revised departmental operational policies, procedures and standards.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree plus at least one year of experience in institutional food service operations, retail food service, catering, or related field.
A culinary degree plus four years of related experience may be substituted.
Student experience will be considered.
Regular work outside of normal work hours and weekend work will be necessary.

Nice To Haves

Bachelor's degree in institutional, hotel or restaurant management, dietetics, business management or related field
Strong customer service skills
Ability to multitask
Excellent team management skills

Responsibilities

Coordinate and supervise the general operations of a university dining center.
Ensure consistency across venues and create great customer service.
Solicit and respond to customers.
Utilize Food Pro and other systems to ensure compliance with departmental procedures and cost management.
Assist with staff and student employment process.
Assist in recommendation of new and/or revised departmental operational policies, procedures and standards.