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River Trail Dining Services Manager II / Dining Services Manager II

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Work type: Support Staff

Pay Grade:12

Major Administrative Unit / College:Division Of Student Life And Engagement

Department:Culinary Services Dining Operations 40001192

Sub Area:APSA- Pro Supervisory

Salary:Salary Commensurate with Experience

Location: East Lansing

Categories: Administrative/Business/Professional, Residential and Hospitality Services, Professional Supervisory- APSA, Full Time (90-100%), Union

Working/Functional Title

River Trail Dining Services Manager II

Position Summary

The Complex Dining Service Manager II is responsible for complete oversight of multiple dining halls and designated Sparty’s. Their primary focuses are maintaining a positive workplace culture, managing expenses, coordinating resources, and planning s for the future. Critical thinking, the ability to make decisions impacting others and strong written and verbal communication skills essential for success.

Financial Responsibilities

Prepare budget and monitor monthly for progress; Reconcile operating statements, review Labor Distribution reports monitor food and labor cost trends, adjusting spending, as necessary. Schedule regular cleaning and preventive maintenance of equipment and provide recommendations for replacement plan. Submit strategic proposals for venue and menu changes within operations. Consider food trends and flexible uses of equipment when making recommendations. Review and update Long Range Asset Plan each year.

Floor Supervision and Training

Ensure workplace safety, sanitation and food handling standards are met. Monitor food quality (taste, appearance, and aroma) and portion control. Train and direct team to Deliver Outstanding Spartan Experiences. Walk through operations daily, communicating with managers and team members. Always allow time to listen to emp concerns. Respond to guest requests and/or concerns in person, by phone or through e-mail.

Performance Management

Complete and document bi-weekly one on one meetings and annual evaluations with direct reports. Ensure all team members complete virtual or in-person training sessions as scheduled, including yearly compliance a specific requirement. Coordinate any disciplinary actions with Human Resources and ensure timely issuance. Represent Brody Square Dining, Brody Sparty's Retail, and Heritage Commons at Landon Dining in all union grievance. Ensure all managers and chefs complete staff development plans for their direct reports and conduct documented (on conversations that support team member development goals.

Administrative Responsibilities

Assist with payroll process as needed; review files periodically to ensure proper documentation is saved. Approve ma time usage in EBS. Review, sign and submit evaluations for management team members. Train and direct operations managers on following proper procedures and monitor for compliance.

Partnerships

Attend partner meetings, conference, and CORE meetings as often as possible and delegate a replacement when unable to attend. Represent Culinary Services when interacting with other University departments. Collaborate with a diverse group of partners, including Culinary Services Leadership, Student Life and Engagement, A, and the Off-Campus Community in decision-making and future operational planning. Develop menu standards in collaboration with the Senior Executive Chef. Unit Specific

All positions in SLE are designated as critical status. In the event of a university closure, modification, or suspension of operations due to snow or emergency condition, persons in this position are expected to make all reasonable attempts to report to work as scheduled for the duration of the closure/suspension. If a person has an approved remote work agreement to work a portion of their normally scheduled work hours remotely, they upon to work on-site to serve the MSU community.

Unit Specific Education/Experience/Skills

Knowledge equivalent to that which normally would be acquired by completing a four-year college degree program in Nutrition, Dietetics, Hotel Restaurant and Institutions Management, or a business related field; one to three years of related and progressively more responsible or expansive work experience in food/beverage preparation and presentation in a food/beverage operation closely related to the operation of the employing unit; contract constraints and/or building maintenance; or an equivalent combination of education and experience.

Desired Qualifications

Knowledge equivalent to that which normally would be acquired by completing a four-year college degree program in Business Administration or Hospitality Business; three to five years of related and progressively more responsible or expansive work experience food production and service, financial analysis, budget preparation and dealing with union contracts; or an equivalent combination education and experience.

A collegial and community role model able to foster an environment of dedicated guest service, problem solving and enthusiasm “Delivering Outstanding Spartan Experiences”; demonstrated experience in financial management and proven leadership capability achieving Culinary Excellence in a multi-unit, complex dining operation; commitment to the student employee experience; very organizational and communication skills; three to five years’ experience and proven ability to work in a multi-unit complex with a of activity.

Equal Employment Opportunity Statement

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, citizenship, age, disability or protected veteran status.

Required Application Materials

Cover letter

Resume

Work Hours

Monday through Friday 11:30 a.m. - 8:00 p.m., rotational weekends scheduled as needed.

Website

Careers.msu.edu

The Bidding Eligibility ends on 04/02/2024 at 11:55 PM

Advertised: Mar 27, 2024 Eastern Daylight Time