University Centers: Administrative Food Manager

A full-time academic staff position is available in University Centers beginning November 2022.  The official title for this assignment is Administrative Manager with a working title of Administrative Food Manager. This is a fixed term renewal appointment.  The salary range will commensurate with experience and qualifications.

DUTIES: The Administrative Food Service Manager oversees, initiates, develops, and implements operational services that support food service operations in partnership with the campus dining vendor with a dialed in focus on the daily food service operations from the University’s perspective. This position will closely monitor and advocate for all-things student focused and assist in directing futuristic/contemporary dining options, strategic marketing, presenting & implementing any new proposals with food service. This position will also be responsible for periodic reports/progress/status or other special reports leadership may need.

This position also works collaboratively across the University to support the mission of UW-Eau Claire and initiatives of the Chancellor. Special and innovative projects for University Centers & may also fall under the direction of this position and would be reporting to the Director of University Centers.

Responsibilities

• Responsible for upholding the University Mission through dedicated job performance and service excellence with a commitment to holistic student development
• Exhibits behaviors that properly represent the University’s mission, vision and values including, but not limited to, taking substantive measures to create and maintain an inclusive environment free of bias, leading and communicating in a way that champions diversity, and creating inclusive awareness for greater understanding of diversity
• Plans, implements, executes, and evaluates existing strategies and objectives and makes recommendations to unit leadership for program or function enhancement
• Identifies workflow needs, contributes to the development of strategic and operational dining solutions, allocates resources, and implements new or revised unit operational policies and procedures
• Leads the development and preparation of periodic reports and financial statements, and records progress, status, or other special reports for leadership or external agencies
• Collaborates and coordinates marketing efforts between food service vendor and campus to promote and align with University branding as necessary
• May assist in special event planning by scheduling logistics and securing resources for program activities across multiple work units in compliance with appropriate policies, procedures, and specifications
• May assist in the development and monitoring of the unit or program budget and recommend food service program expenditures
• Collect, analyze and assess customer service feedback/surveys to determine and prioritize new and old initiatives

UNIVERSITY and EAU CLAIRE COMMUNITY: UW-Eau Claire, an institution of approximately 11,500 students and 1,400 faculty and staff, is consistently recognized as a top comprehensive university in the Midwest and is widely known as a leader in faculty-undergraduate research and study abroad. We strive for excellence in liberal education and select graduate and professional programs through commitment to teaching and learning and dedication to our core values of diversity, sustainability, leadership, and innovation. To learn more about UWEC, visit https://www.uwec.edu/humanresources/employment-opportunities/why-uwec/

The City of Eau Claire, situated at the confluence of the Chippewa and Eau Claire rivers, is at the center of a metropolitan area of approximately 100,000 people located 90 miles east of Minneapolis/St. Paul. The area features beautiful parks and trails, strong public schools, a vibrant arts scene and local food culture, and abundant recreational opportunities.

APPLICATION PROCEDURE: Applications are submitted electronically. Please follow instructions found on the following UW-Eau Claire Web site: https://www.uwec.edu/job-postings/ .You must create an account and login before you can apply.  If you have not yet registered, click on the "Click here to Register" link to begin the registration process. If you are already a registered user, input your "User Name" and "Password" and select "Login."  Click the link to the University Centers: Administrative Food Manager position (Job ID # 18944) and then click the "Apply Now" button to submit your application electronically.  Your application will not be considered complete until all required documents are attached and all required fields are completed.  Please be sure you have included the following in PDF format:

• Letter of application
• Resume
• Names and contact information for three references.

To ensure consideration, completed applications must be received by November 11, 2022.  However, screening may continue until position is filled. The university reserves the right to contact additional references with notice given to the candidates at an appropriate time in the process. Employment will require a background check. Employment will also require you and your references to answer questions regarding past conduct related to sexual violence and sexual harassment.

The University of Wisconsin System will not reveal the identities of applicants who request confidentiality in writing, except that the identity of the successful candidate will be released. See Wis. Stat. §. 19.36(7).

The UW-Eau Claire Police Department is dedicated to maintaining a safe and secure environment for learning and working. Although crime at the University of Wisconsin-Eau Claire is limited, the University Police want students, faculty and staff to be aware of crime on campus and the area surrounding the campus. The Jeanne Clery Disclosure of Campus Security Policy and Campus Crime Statistics Act is a federal law that requires colleges and universities to disclose annual information about campus crime. Visit Campus Security and Fire Report. Also visit our Campus Security Authority(CSA) policy.

UW-Eau Claire is an AA/EEO/Veterans/Disability employer dedicated to enhancing equity, diversity, and inclusion.