Production Manager, Food Svc

Working Title:
Production Manager, Food Svc

Department:
Housing: Knoll Res Cnt-Willa Cather Dining-6777

Requisition Number:
S_250214

Posting Open Date:
03/12/2025

Application Review Date: (To ensure consideration, please submit all application materials before review date):
03/28/2025

Posting Close Date:

Open Until Filled:
No

Description of Work:
The Dining Service Production Manager is responsible for the supervision of the food production areas of a university residence hall dining center. Assists with the management and supervision of other operational areas of the university residence hall dining center. Provides a safe and inviting atmosphere, healthful meal choices, and quality service in an environment that promotes the diversity, growth, and education of our students, staff, faculty and guests.

The University of Nebraska-Lincoln seeks to attract and retain a high performing and collaborative workforce. UNL is committed to providing a work environment and culture that fosters personal and professional success where every person and every interaction matters. The University is proud to be one of Nebraskas preferred and largest employers where individuals are able to participate and contribute to their full potential.

As an EO/AA employer, qualified applicants are considered for employment without regard to race, color, ethnicity, national origin, sex, pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender identity, religion, disability, age, genetic information, veteran status, marital status, and/or political affiliation. See:

Minimum Required Qualifications:
Associates or equivalent education/experience in a culinary/food-related field plus four years of culinary/food service production experience in a high-volume commercial or non-commercial dining service operation required. Ability to prepare food according to health and safety requirements; knowledge of safe food handling techniques and tools; knowledge of basic cooking techniques such as sauteing, broiling, frying and grilling, seasoning methods and portion control; and a thorough understanding of the use of food service equipment. Must have ability to supervise large quantity food production. Knowledge of personal computers, word processing and spreadsheet software, e-mail, and the Internet necessary.

Preferred Qualifications:
Bachelors degree in a relevant food, culinary, dietetic, hospitality, or business field preferred. Experience with hands-on production management in high-volume or non-commercial dining service operation with experience training/managing staff to implement/expand culinary skills desirable. Experience with planning, preparation, and service of special events/catered events beneficial. Knowledge of electronic payroll and computerized food management systems preferred. Excellent skills in customer relations, team building, and communications helpful. Experience or certification as a sous-chef preferred.

Pre-Placement Driving Record Review Required:
No

Physical Required:
Yes

Commercial Drivers License (CDL) required. Subject to DOT approved pre-employment & random testing for alcohol and controlled substances. :
No

Criminal History Background Check Required:
Yes

Posted Salary:
$42,000/yr. minimum

How to Apply:
Click on Apply for this Job. You will then either create an application or edit your current application that is on file. You will be required to attach your resume, cover letter and list of references as three (3) separate documents in MS Word or PDF format.

For questions or accommodations related to this position contact:
Barb McCain, Dining Services Manager
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Job Category (old):
Managerial/Professional

Job Type:
Full-Time

Alternate Work Schedule (if other than 8-5):
12:30-9pm with weekend coverage

Work Location (City, State):
Lincoln, NE

Position funded by grant or other form of temporary funding?:
No

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