Senior Dining Manager (CS27-077)

Southern Illinois University Edwardsville • Edwardsville, IL

20h • Onsite

About The Position

Southern Illinois University Edwardsville (SIUE) is seeking a Senior Dining Manager (CS27-077) to join its team. SIUE is a premier metropolitan university committed to advancing social and economic mobility and shaping the future workforce. The university offers a comprehensive education with hands-on research opportunities, preparing students for success in a global marketplace and for positive community impact. SIUE is a significant employer in the Metropolitan St. Louis area, with a substantial economic impact on the region.

Requirements

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Six (6) years (72 months) of a combination of coursework in business, dietetics, culinary arts, food science, nutrition, hospitality, hotel, catering, restaurant, or institutional management, or a closely related field, or food service management work experience.
• Coursework conversion: 30 semester hours = 1 year, Associate’s Degree = 18 months, 90 semester hours = 2 years, Bachelor's Degree = 3 years.

Nice To Haves

• Bachelor’s degree in marketing, food service management, nutrition, business administration or a related field.
• Two years of experience in marketing and promotions, especially in a food service environment.
• Familiarity with USDA guidelines and CACFP meal requirements.
• Skill in planning, communication, and organizational leadership.
• Experience managing multiple teams or units with extended or staggered operations.

Responsibilities

• Leadership and oversight of assigned Dining Services operations, programs, and personnel.
• Management oversight for multiple operational areas, including staffing, employee supervision, scheduling, workflow coordination, service delivery, food quality and safety, and compliance with applicable University, departmental, and regulatory requirements.
• Collaborating with Dining Services leadership to ensure effective daily operations, appropriate allocation of resources, consistent service standards, and continuity of operations.
• Supporting departmental initiatives, programs, and strategic priorities that contribute to the overall effectiveness of Dining Services and its service to the campus community.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Senior
• Education Level: High school or GED