Assistant Manager, Food Services

University of Arkansas SystemLittle Rock, AR
Onsite

About The Position

The Assistant Retail Manager oversees operations of a Food & Nutrition Service retail area including, but not limited to, customer service, training, menu knowledge & development, food quality, inventory management, safety and sanitation, financial management, cash register system, cash handling, human resources and scheduling.

Requirements

  • High School Diploma or GED
  • 4 years of experience in institutional or commercial food service operations or specialized training in food service including 2-year supervisory experience
  • Self-directed, flexible and innovative
  • Strong communication skills used to inspire confidence in coworkers
  • Good leadership and organizational skills
  • Must be able to work during Inclement Weather
  • Must be able to work rotating Weekends and Holidays
  • Proof of legal authority to work in the United States on the first day of employment

Nice To Haves

  • Bachelor’s degree in dietetics or a related field
  • SERV Safe Certified
  • Certified Dietary Manager

Responsibilities

  • Physically on the floor in the Retail Outlet Service Area(s) during peak service times; Handling questions, concerns or complaints; Able to sufficiently train and supervise all personnel while following UAMS policies & procedures; menu knowledge including dietary restrictions; oversee food quality; maintains sanitation and safety of work environment
  • Works within financial margins for overtime and food cost; Conducting daily meetings with the staff to review menu and specials; Able to proficiently operate Point of Sale System; Fairly and consistently holding employees accountable to UAMS and Nutrition Services policies and procedures
  • Coaches and counsels employees; Maintains temperature logs; Menu Development; Schedules maintenance needs; Inventory management and daily food orders through Computrition; Application Review; Interviewing; Scheduling; Annual Requirements; Proficient in Microsoft Outlook, Excel, Word, Publisher and P.O.S. System; Coordinates special events, activities and menus
  • Other Duties as Assigned

Benefits

  • Medical, Dental and Vision plans available for qualifying staff and family
  • Holiday, Vacation and Sick Leave
  • Education discount for staff and dependents (undergraduate only)
  • Up to 10% matched contribution from UAMS
  • Basic Life Insurance up to $50,000
  • Career Training and Educational Opportunities
  • Merchant Discounts
  • Concierge prescription delivery on the main campus when using UAMS pharmacy
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