Dining Services Shift Leader
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Qualifications, skills, and all relevant experience needed for this role can be found in the full description below.Job no:

530954

Work type:

Staff

Senior management:

Vice President for Student Affairs

Department:

Dining Serv-Home Operations

Location:

Blacksburg, Virginia

Categories:

Dining / Hospitality, Student Affairs / Services

Job Description

The Shift Leader for Dining Services is responsible for overseeing the daily operations of the assigned food service department. This role involves supervising and leading a team of staff members, ensuring the efficient production and delivery of food, maintaining high standards of cleanliness and sanitation, and providing excellent customer service. The Shift Leader reports to the management team and collaborates closely with kitchen staff, administrative staff, and other supervisors. Performance goals for this position are summarized within the areas of food production, customer service, safety, sanitation, security, and compliance, and training and leadership.

Required Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent; additional culinary or supervisory training is a plus.
• Proven experience in food service or a related field, with previous supervisory experience preferred.
• Strong leadership and interpersonal skills, with the ability to motivate and train staff effectively.
• Excellent communication skills, both verbal and written, to collaborate with team members and provide feedback.
• Knowledge of food safety regulations and sanitation practices, including HACCP guidelines.
• Familiarity with computerized management tools and record-keeping systems.
• Ability to work in a fast-paced environment, handle multiple tasks, and prioritize responsibilities.
• Attention to detail and a commitment to maintaining high-quality standards.
• Physical stamina and the ability to lift and move heavy objects.
• Flexibility to work evenings, weekends, and holidays as needed.

Preferred Qualifications

• ServSafe and HACCP certification

Pay Band

2

Appointment Type

Regular

Salary Information

Salary $38,480/year

Review Date

Open until filled

Additional Information

The successful candidate will be required to have a criminal conviction check.

About Virginia Tech

Dedicated to its motto, Ut Prosim (That I May Serve), Virginia Tech pushes the boundaries of knowledge by taking a hands-on, transdisciplinary approach to preparing scholars to be leaders and problem-solvers. A comprehensive land-grant institution that enhances the quality of life in Virginia and throughout the world, Virginia Tech is an inclusive community dedicated to knowledge, discovery, and creativity.

About Student Affairs:

Student Affairs at Virginia Tech fosters a community where each student creates a customized experience to meet their goals. Building on our motto of Ut Prosim (that I may serve), Virginia Tech is dedicated to serving in the spirit of community, diversity, and excellence.

About Dining Services:

Virginia Tech has built a reputation for outstanding dining. Our dining program stays at the leading edge of national trends.

• Dining Services serves approximately 7.5 million meals per year.
• Total on-campus sales of $71.2 million annually
• Current national brand annual gross sales of over $9.5 million
• Largest single employer on campus, employing over 2,200 people.
• Approximately 19,000 dining plan holders with debit-style plans that can be used in any of the dining centers.

Advertised:

September 6, 2024

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