Job Details

Assistant Dining Services Manager

Requisition Number: 64347
Location: Boulder Colorado
Employment Type: University Staff
Schedule: Full Time
Posting Close Date: 19-May-2025
Date Posted:

Job Summary

The Campus Dining Services group with CU Boulder is accepting applications for an Assistant Dining Manager! This position provides operational support and assistance to the lead dining manager for personnel, management of fiscal resources, food production, hiring, training, purchasing, inventory, quality standards, and health/safety compliance for a multi-faceted dining operation. This role will provide flexible and responsive customer service in all operations within unit structure, as well as impart unit leadership daily in the absence of the lead dining manager for assigned shifts and events. CU is an Equal Opportunity Employer and complies with all applicable federal, state, and local laws governing nondiscrimination in employment. We are committed to creating a workplace where all individuals are treated with respect and dignity, and we encourage individuals from all backgrounds to apply, including protected veterans and individuals with disabilities.

Who We Are

The Division of Student Affairs consists of 30 departments that provide student support and services dedicated to helping students become successful, curious, competent individuals during their time at CU Boulder.
The work in Student Affairs supports all factors of the student experience, no matter what department a staff member may work in. This includes where students live, eat, make friends, build professional skills and find help if they need it. Many departments provide involvement opportunities, educational resources and support services to help students find their community and build lifelong skills. Student Affairs also has shared services departments that support the work and staff of our student-facing areas, including areas like assessment, business services, financial planning, human resources, marketing communications and information technology (IT).
With over 800 staff members in the Division of Student Affairs, our diverse team is uniquely positioned to personalize the student experience and advocate for students, enhancing their success inside and outside the classroom.
Campus Dining Services leads the industry with outstanding quality food and dining experiences. Campus venues include residential dining halls, catering and retail outlets with staff who strive to make each student's experience the best it can be. Serving about 3 million meals each year, Campus Dining Services is dedicated to expanding sustainability efforts and providing options to guests with dietary restrictions and allergens.

What Your Key Responsibilities Will Be

Personnel

• Assist in the hiring, training, and evaluation of a culturally and economically diverse staff including student employees.
• Actively participate in orientation training to ensure each employee is crossed trained in all areas of the operating unit.
• Participate in ongoing on-the-job training. Provide recommendations and develops unit training topics based on the specific needs of the unit.
• Make recommendations for and participates in department wide training sessions scheduled throughout the year.
• Ensure that all employees receive and understand both university and department policies, procedures and work related information and updates.
• Assist employees with computer access and navigation in finding job related information on university website and their email. Provide time during the work week for all employees who wish to use the computer work stations located in each unit.
• Provide training, scheduling and coaching for a high turnover temporary, full time and student staff with a focus on retention.
• Ensure timely, accurate, and thorough performance reviews for all staff including students.
• Assist in the development of complex, weekly staff schedule based on production forecasts, available staff, and production demands for full-time, temporary, and part-time employees.
• Prepare and submit timely, accurate personnel documents for assigned personnel operations, including reconciling and approving employee timecards in Kronos

Service Administration

• Provide hands-on supervision and monitoring of service lines during meal periods.
• Ensure food on serving line is appealing and is at the proper temperature.
• Ensure serving line is neat, clean, and has eye appeal.
• Ensure all food safety checklists and documentation is completed as required, whether electronically or on paper if there are technology issues. This includes documenting necessary corrective actions taken, including but not limited to work order submittal, discarding food, staff training and holding staff accountable.
• Provide training to service staff on how to maintain an attractive serving line, as well as how to maintain safe serving temperatures.
• Perform a daily/shift check to ensure all staff is in proper uniform and takes immediate action if not.
• Is responsible for knowing all policy and procedures as outlined in the employee manual.
• Holds employees accountable and documents all infractions.

Quality Control and Safety

• Assist in the development, implementation and compliance of quality standards.
• Supervise dish washing, washing of pots and pans, and equipment cleaning. Provides initial & ongoing training where needed.
• Instruct staff on scheduled cleaning of operational areas including equipment, facility, and storage and receiving areas.
• Ensure food production meets/exceeds HACCP standards.
• Ensure safe and injury free work environment. Implement accident prevention programs.
• Train personnel on sanitation and safety issues. Monitor daily, coach as needed.

Administrative Support

• Assist in the design, product research, costing, and implementation of new food service concepts including cash operations, carry-out services, catering, and creative food programs.
• Ensure timely, accurate ordering and invoice control.
• Assist with the development and implementation of the department's strategic plan, long and short range goals, and action plans.
• Recommend staffing modifications based on production demands, staff availability, and design of new operations and services.
• Work closely with staff in promoting a positive image for Dining Services.
• Analyze reports and monthly accounting statements. Ensure timely and accurate entry of production data to CBORD system.
• Report accidents and injuries through designated channels.

What You Should Know

• May work nights and weekends.
• Schedule is dependent upon business need.

What We Can Offer

• The annual salary for this position is $58,277.
• Onboarding assistance is available within Student Affairs division guidelines.

Benefits

The University of Colorado offers excellent benefits, including medical, dental, retirement, paid time off, tuition benefit and ECO Pass. The University of Colorado Boulder is one of the largest employers in Boulder County and offers an inspiring higher education environment. Learn more about the University of Colorado Boulder.

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What We Require

• Bachelor's degree or equivalent combination of education and experience may substitute.
• Servsafe certified and or certificate appropriate for the position level or the ability to obtain Servsafe certification or certificate appropriate to position level within 6 months of hire. Must possess appropriate Servsafe certification or certificate appropriate to position level for the duration of employment with CDS.

What You Will Need

• Committed to inclusive excellence and supports all campus initiatives.
• Ability to remain calm and poised in a fast paced changing environment.
• Excellent Interpersonal skills.
• Excellent communication, planning and organizational skills. Ability to meet deadlines.
• Problem solving and analytical skills.
• Ability to direct, motivate, empower and hold accountable a diverse workforce.
• Ability to coach and mentor others.

Special Instructions

To apply, please submit the following materials:

1. A current resume.
2. A cover letter that specifically tells us how your background and experience align with the requirements, qualifications, and responsibilities of the position.
We may request references at a later time.
Please apply by May 19, 2025, for consideration.
Note: Application materials will not be accepted via email. For consideration, please apply through CU Boulder Jobs.
In compliance with the Colorado Job Application Fairness Act, in any materials you submit, you may redact or remove age-identifying information such as age, date of birth, or dates of school attendance or graduation. You will not be penalized for redacting or removing this information.


To apply, visit https://jobs.colorado.edu/jobs/JobDetail/Assistant-Dining-Services-Manager/64347







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