Food Services Manager
Olympic College

Job Info

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Description

Food Service ManagerSalary: $67,725 - $73,752Classification: Administrative ExemptReports to: Director of Events and Food ServicesOlympic College's mission is to enrich our diverse communities through quality education and support so students can achieve their educational goals. Directly aligned with the mission of the college and Student Affairs, Food Services supports students as they work towards their educational goals and contribute to the campus collegiate atmosphere. Operations serve the purpose of enhancing and encouraging student-to-student and student-to-faculty interactions and engagement.
We are searching for a skilled and innovative Food Service Manager to lead our dynamic team in creating exceptional culinary experiences within our college community. With a range of venues including the cafeteria, Espresso Bar, and catering, we are dedicated to providing high-quality food and beverages to our diverse campus population.Essential Functions

Strategic Leadership, Operational Oversight & Excellence
Oversee and execute a multifaceted food service operation, ensuring excellence in all aspects of daily operations, food purchasing, receiving, production, presentation, cleanliness, sanitation, and service. Develop and monitor menus and recipes, portion control, and cooking techniques to ensure consistency and excellence. Oversee purchase, use, and maintenance of kitchen facilities, equipment, and supplies. Collaborate closely with the Director of Events and Food Services to drive the success of our culinary offerings. Must be able to work nights, weekends, and holidays as needed.

Culinary Arts and External Partnerships
Provide holistic oversight of kitchen operations in the Bremer Student Center, collaborating with Culinary Arts program faculty for comprehensive college-wide Food Services management. Foster a strong partnership with the Culinary Arts program, serving as an effective practicum site for the program and sharing resources to optimize both education and operations, amplifying students' hands-on learning in food planning, preparation and serving. Collaborate strategically with external entities to enhance the learning experience for students while providing hands-on experience in planning, preparing, and serving food. Ensure the highest level of quality control for all food services.

Catering Excellence and Menu Development
Lead the development, execution, and expansion of our comprehensive catering division, catering to both on-site and off-site events. Play a key role in planning, coordinating, and executing food for the Resource center voucher plan and a food plan for the residence hall, consistently exceeding client expectations. Collaborate with the culinary team to develop innovative menus that align with client preferences and event themes.

Communicating Food Service & Catering Offerings
Develop and execute strategies to effectively communicate food service and catering options to the campus community. Engage in marketing efforts both internal and external to the college, showcasing the variety and quality of our offerings.

Team Management and Employee Development
Lead, hire, train, supervise, and evaluated the Food Service Supervisor and staff, overseeing operations in the cafeteria and Espresso Bar. Ensure a collaborative and respectful team culture. Provide training for new employees and students, and professional development opportunities for all employees. Supervise student employees, remaining informed of student development principles to provide effective guidance and support. Ensure employee performance appraisals are completed on a timely basis. Abide by and support all pertinent provisions of the collective bargaining agreement.

Guest Satisfaction and Student Development
Collaborate with student affairs, student government, and human resources to ensure that principles of customer service and student development, as well as student and employee needs, are incorporated into food service operations. Prioritize exceptional service recovery to address needs and concerns promptly and professionally.

Resource Management and Continuous Improvement
Efficiently manage resources, including inventory and staff scheduling, to meet anticipated business demands while adhering to labor cost objectives. Implement continuous improvement processes to enhance operational efficiency and effectiveness. Ensure that kitchen equipment is well-maintained and in optimal working condition. Maintain appropriate cleaning schedules for kitchen floors, mats, walls, hoods, other equipment, and food storage areas.

Financial Oversight
Oversee planning, budgeting, purchasing, ordering, and staffing of Food Services. Control food costs, operating expenses, and waste through effective procurement, storage procedures, and waste control measures. Contribute to the development of short and long-term business plans. Explore external funding opportunities and partnerships, including grants, to supplement the operational budget.

Regulatory Compliance
Ensure compliance with health and safety regulations, maintaining a clean and sanitized kitchen environment. Develop a compliance program to train and develop employees in furtherance of compliance adherence. Implement preventative maintenance programs to uphold equipment functionality. Be knowledgeable of policies regarding personnel and administer prompt, fair, and consistent corrective action in coordination with Human Resources for violations of company policies, rules, and procedures.


If you have any further questions or need additional information, please don't hesitate to contact us. We appreciate your interest in joining our team at Olympic College.

Qualifications

Minimum Qualifications

Associate Degree in Culinary Arts or related field or equivalent experience

Five years of experience in Catering, Culinary Arts, restaurant, or hotel management.

Knowledge of fine dining techniques, marketing and promotion techniques, history, and future trends in the hospitality industry

Budgeting experience

Preferred Qualifications

Experience with Point of Sale or other cash register software

Competence using Excel

Experience with Caterease or other catering software

Additional Information

Terms of Employment

This is a full-time exempt position scheduled to work Monday through Friday. The salary range for this position is $67,725 - $73,752 annually, which includes a generous benefits package that includes the following. Medical/vision, dental, long-term disability, life insurance, and accidental dismemberment, Flexible Spending Arrangement, Dependent Care Assistance Program, Wellness Programs, SBRP retirement plan administered by TIAA, Deferred Compensation Program (DRS) retirement savings plan; TIAA supplemental retirement savings plan, 11 paid holidays, leave - vacation/sick/personal holiday, Aflac, auto/home insurance, space available tuition waiver, Employee Assistance Program (EAP), fitness center, reduced rate and priority consideration on-site child care on a space available. For more information regarding benefits, please visit our website here.
Conditions of Employment
Prior to a new hire, a background check including criminal record history will be conducted. Information from the background check will not necessarily preclude employment but will be considered in determining the applicant's suitability and competence to perform in the position. In addition to the background check, candidates will be required to complete the Sexual Misconduct Disclosure Form as required WB HB 2327. Olympic College seeks candidates for employment who share our commitment to fostering an equitable and inclusive learning environment (read our Equity Statement). All applicants are required to submit a statement of 500 words or less, describing the value of diversity, equity, and inclusion in the higher education environment and their prior, current, and/or potential contribution(s) to fostering diversity, equity, and inclusion as an employee.
How To Apply
To be considered for this position a candidate must apply online through the Olympic College website and submit the following required materials: Olympic College Online Application Resume Cover Letter - in your cover letter describe how your experience sets you apart for this position. Unofficial college transcripts. Official transcripts and copies of mandated certifications will be required of the successful candidate.
EEO Statement
Olympic College provides equal opportunity in education and employment and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, age, disability, genetic information, sex, sexual orientation, marital status, creed, religion, or status as a veteran of war. Olympic College Provides reasonable accommodations for qualified students, employees, and applicants with disabilities in accordance with the Americans with Disabilities Act and Federal Rehabilitation Act. The following people have been designated to handle inquiries regarding non-discrimination and accommodation policies: HRticket@olympic.edu or 360-475-7303. This recruitment announcement does not reflect the entire job description and can be changed or modified without notice.

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