THE UNIVERSITY OF RHODE ISLAND                   Class Code: 0459A

                                                                                              Position Description             

TITLE:                                 Coordinator, Dining Services/Operations & Training

DIVISION:                          Student Affairs

REPORTS TO:                Associate Administrator, Food Services/Retail Operations

GRADE:                               8

SUPERVISES:                  Dining Services staff and student workers

BASIC FUNCTION:

Assist in the training as well as the supervision of University employees and student workers in all facets of retail operations. Assist in the overall day-to-day operations of retail departments.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

Develop a training program for all facets of the assigned retail operation, including set-up, service and clean up.

Develop a Manager Training Manual for preparation to include a recipe handbook and presentation manual.

Assist in the recruitment of students to work in all aspects of the assigned retail services.

Assist in the scheduling of staff.

Direct and supervise students at assigned retail areas, and assist whenever necessary.

Assist in the creation of menus, including the pricing of these menus through the CBORD, Inc., Menu Management System.

Responsible for the cash handling, reconciliation and banking of revenues at assigned retail locations.

Responsible for the maintenance of food and equipment inventory at assigned retail locations.

Assist in the day-to-day operation of food service, including customer contact, menu, pricing, service and payment.

Assist in the ordering of food and supplies for catering events when required.

Assist in preparing for bid all formal bids for goods and services.

Monitor a computerized database of menus, food, supplies and inventory.

Assist the Associate Administrator, Food Services/Retail Operations in all aspects of management of assigned retail operations.

Conduct regular meetings with student and University employees.

OTHER DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

Perform related duties as assigned.

LICENSES, TOOLS AND EQUIPMENT:

Personal computers and printers; word processing, database management and spreadsheet software, including: CBORD Menu Management System, Excel, Microsoft Word and Filemaker Pro, (POS systems preferred.); State of Rhode Island Food Manager’s Certificate; driver’s license.

ENVIRONMENTAL CONDITIONS:

Incumbent will not be exposed to adverse environmental conditions.

QUALIFICATIONS:

Required:  Bachelor's degree with specialization in culinary arts, hotel and restaurant management, retail management or food science and nutrition with three or more years of demonstrated successful experience in food service management at the supervisory level in a high-volume setting; or, an associate’s degree in culinary arts, hotel and restaurant management or retail management, plus five or more years of successful experience in food service management at the supervisory level in a high-volume setting; demonstrated experience supervising and training staff; working knowledge of Microsoft office systems; a working knowledge of cost and inventory control methods, as well as cash reconciliation reports; ability to create menus and determine pricing; ability to work under minimal supervision; strong interpersonal skills with a demonstrated ability to communicate effectively verbally and in writing; strong organizational skills, with the ability to prioritize and manage activities simultaneously; demonstrated self-starter, proven leader and problem solver with analytical skills; valid driver’s license. State of Rhode Island Food Service Sanitation and Safety Certificate must be obtained within six months of appointment. Preferred: Demonstrated successful food service experience in a college or university setting; a working knowledge of computerized menu management systems and POS systems.

TO APPLY:

Submit (no emails or faxes, please) a resume and cover letter postmarked by 07-11-08 to:

Salary Range:  $39,484-$48,936
Jo Anne M. Stephens, Search Chair
Requisition # 12212
University of Rhode Island
PO Box G
Kingston, RI 02881

An Affirmative Action/Equal Opportunity Employer

ALL REQUIREMENTS ARE SUBJECT TO POSSIBLE MODIFICATION TO REASONABLY ACCOMMODATE INDIVIDUALS WITH DISABILITIES.