Manager Food Services II - Military Veterans

Position Title: Manager Food Services II

Job Group: Professional & Scientific

Required Minimum Qualifications: High school diploma or equivalent and 7 years of related experience

Preferred Qualifications: Foodservice/production experience in a restaurant, retail, or residential dining center.

Foodservice supervisory and management experience.

Experience with CBORD, FSS, CS Gold, Micros, Schedule Source, and Workday.

Degree in HRIM, Culinary Arts, Dietetics, Food & Nutrition, Business, or related field.

Experience with Child Nutrition Programs, Allergen Food Safety Programs such as FARECheck, and ServSafe certified

Job Description:
Step into a pivotal role as the Manager Food Services II at Iowa State University , where youll be responsible for crafting, implementing, and overseeing high-quality menus across various dining locations on campus. This unique position is not confined to a single dining hall; instead, youll engage with multiple units, ensuring recipes are executed precisely and standards consistently met. Youll take charge of seasonal menu rotations, address special dietary needs, and oversee allergen safety practices, all while training team members in recipe accuracy and quality control.

Experience with large-scale food service or familiarity with child nutrition programs is helpful, and knowledge of ServSafe practices or certification can be a plus. For those not yet certified, there will be opportunities to gain ServSafe certification to reinforce best practices in kitchen safety and cleanliness. This position offers a hands-on environment where youll collaborate closely with dining staff and eventually build a team to assist with recipe testing, implementation, and quality assurance. Youll have the chance to influence the full menu lifecyclefrom concept to in-unit executionby making regular visits to confirm standards are upheld.

Our comprehensive benefits package includes healthcare, vision, dental, vacation, retirement, and sick leave, all designed to support you and your familys well-being. Plus, your insurance coverage starts on day one if enrollment is completed by the deadline.

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Example of Duties
Supervises service delivery, training, safety, sanitation, facilities maintenance, marketing, and cash handling in order to meet departmental goals.
Assists with the development of operational pricing and budgets to meet sales, budgetary, and financial targets.
Supervises and participates in food production, including forecasting food ordering, food preparation, and food sanitation.
Authorizes purchases and monitors inventory control procedures.
Assists in the planning and execution of dining programs and participates in short and long-term strategic planning.
Assists in creating and updating policies and procedures used by the department in order to assure compliance with university policies and State and Federal laws.
Evaluates product offerings and selection to keep current with the popularity of items offered for sale.
Markets the department and acts as the liaison for the department with various units, committees or task forces.
Establishes and demonstrates a positive working relationship with vendors to develop product ordering, delivery, and stocking schedules.
Researches, facilitates, and develops trainings and orientations for new staff.

Level Guidelines
Aware of key annual objectives of department or work unit
Understands linkage between daily activities and achievement of annual objectives of department/work unit and explains to direct reports
Focus on ISUs mission and meeting department or work unit goals
Supervises a small department or work team
Often is a working supervisor with direct, previous experience performing work of those supervised
Has full management responsibility for direct reports, specifically the authority to hire, fire, and counsel; may share part of responsibility with higher level management
Requests approval for financial actions beyond a limited scope per policy

Candidates must be legally authorized to work in the U.S. on an on-going basis without sponsorship.

Appointment Type: Regular

Number of Months Employed Per Year: 12 Month Work Period

Time Type: Full time

Pay Grade: PS807

Application Instructions:
To apply for this position, please click on Apply and complete the Employment Application. Please be prepared to enter or attach the following:

1) Resume/Curriculum Vitae
2) Letter of Application/Cover Letter

If you have questions regarding this application process, please email employment@iastate.edu or call 515-294-4800 or Toll Free: 1-877-477-7485.

Why Choose ISU?

Iowa State Employees enjoy comprehensive health and work-life benefits, including medical and dental; as well as:
Retirement benefits including defined benefit and defined contribution plans
Generous vacation, holiday and sick time and leave plans
Onsite childcare (Ames, Iowa)
Life insurance and long-term disability
Flexible Spending Accounts
Various voluntary benefits and discounts
Employee Assistance Program
Wellbeing program

Original Posting Date: November 25, 2024

Posting Close Date: December 8, 2024

Job Requisition Number: R15931