Assistant Manager - Burge Market Place University Housing & Dining is seeking to fill an Assistant Manager position in Burge Marketplace to ensure the quality and presentation of foods prepared and served within the University Housing Residential Dining Marketplaces and other areas of University Dining as assigned. A few of the responsibilities that are expected in this position are listed down below:
Ensuring the quality and presentation of foods prepared and served within the University Housing Residential Dining Market Places and other areas of University Dining as assigned. Scheduling, training, supervising, and coordinating the work of assigned staff. Performing administrative duties, including the oversight of inventory control related to operational production and product ordering. Collaborating with management team to coordinate special dinners and events. About University Dining: As part of the Division of Student life, University Dining's goal at Iowa is to provide wholesome, healthy, and tasty foods prepared daily to meet the dietary and nutritional needs of our students. Our staff is committed to providing sustainable products and services that protect our natural resources. When possible, we purchase locally grown and sustainable foods from our vendors. Our dining areas are vibrant, dynamic places to work and to eat.
About the Division of Student Life: The Division of Student Life is comprised of staff that embrace new ideas and thoughts, works together to keep our students safe, and provides them with life-changing experiences. The Division of Student Life includes 15 departments that span from Recreation Services to the Office of Leadership, Service and Civic Engagement and everything in between. We believe in working together as one team to achieve our mission: fostering student success by creating and promoting educationally purposeful services and activities within and beyond the classroom.
For a detailed job description, please email Alexander Alfaro at
Qualifications: Required Qualifications:
A Bachelor's degree in Dietetics, Foods and Nutrition, Institutional Management, Hotel & Restaurant Administration or related field; or an equivalent combination of education and supervisory experience. Experience (typically 6 months or more) in preparation and distribution of foods. Experience (typically 6 months or more) in food service management, including staff supervision, training, and inventory control. Proficient in the use of Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, Outlook) software applications Demonstrated excellent written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to effectively transmit, receive and accurately interpret ideas, information, and needs through appropriate communication methods and behaviors at a working proficiency level. Demonstrated ability to adjust and develop self to prepare for new or changing assignments, processes, people or priorities as organizational needs dictate at a working proficiency level. Demonstrated extensive proficiency in the ability to work and collaborate with variety of individuals and groups while appreciating the unique contribution of individuals. Commitment to and alignment with the values of the Division of Student Life, including an active commitment to excellence through a welcoming and respectful environment. Demonstrates a working proficiency in the ability to provide excellent customer service and to meet or exceed customer service needs. Ability to obtain and maintain ServSafe certification. Desirable Qualifications:
Working experience in a large-scale food service operation. Working experience with electronic timekeeping systems, inventory systems, and POS systems. Application Details: In order to be considered, applicants must upload a resume and cover letter and mark them as a "Relevant File" to the submission. Job openings are posted for a minimum of 14 calendar days and may be removed from posting and filled any time after the original posting period has ended. Successful candidates will be required to self-disclose any conviction history and will be subject to a criminal background check and credential/education verification. Up to 5 professional references will be requested at a later step in the recruitment process.
For questions or additional information, please contact Alexander Alfaro at
The University of Iowa is an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer. All qualified applicants are encouraged to apply and will receive consideration for employment free from discrimination on the basis of race, creed, color, religion, national origin, age, sex, pregnancy (including childbirth and related conditions), disability, genetic information, status as a U.S. veteran, service in the U.S. military, sexual orientation, gender identity, or associational preferences.
About University of Iowa
With over 31,000 students, the University of Iowa is one of the nation's top public research universities, a member of the Big Ten conference and the Association of American Universities. The University of Iowa is composed of eleven colleges and is known around the world for its balanced commitment to the arts, sciences, and humanities. It is home to one of the nation's largest academic medical centers and the pioneering Iowa Writers' Workshop. The University of Iowa promotes work/life integration and is located in the casual yet cosmopolitan environment of Iowa City, widely recognized as one of the country's most livable communities.
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