Assist in the supervision and management of a large university dining center and self-branded concepts under the direction of the Executive Chef. Responsibilities include assisting with execution of menu plan, budget plan, personnel plan, customer relations, safety and sanitation, and the maintenance of building, equipment, and sales & register transactions. Assist in the supervision, counseling, training and development of employees. Ensures all policies and procedures are followed. Ensures a high level of customer service at all times in the dining facility. Prepares recipes and ensures food productions are of the highest standards of quality, taste, creativity, presentation, and variety. Maintains high levels of customer service at all times.

Graduate of an accredited culinary program with a minimum of an AOS degree, or equivalent related experience. Ability to obtain Certified Chef de Cuisine through the American Culinary Federation. Considerable knowledge of commercial kitchen and food service operations including menu planning and schedule production, automated food ordering, preparation, set-up, pricing, merchandising, presentation, and maintenance. Supervision and management experience in a high volume, multiple menu item, foodservice establishment. Ability to communicate effectively with all levels of personnel and the public; excellent supervision and leadership abilities; excellent customer service skills; ability to handle multiple tasks and serve high volume/quality in a fast paced environment. 

Demonstrated knowledge of computers including Windows, Microsoft Office, Outlook, Food Pro or another automated food ordering/inventory systems, and Timeclock or another time tracking/payroll system. Certified nutrition, sanitation, hospitality management, culinary training, and bakery training preferred. ServSafe certification and HACCP certification desired.

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$41,500 - $46,000 and commensurate with experience

For full consideration, please submit application and documents by August 20, 2019

This is an essential personnel position. 

The successful Candidate will be required to have a criminal conviction check

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About Student Affairs:  Student Affairs at Virginia Tech enhances the student experience by fostering an inclusive, innovative, caring, and learning-centered environment. Staff are actively engaged in the lives of students, and are committed to providing outstanding programs and services that enhance student development and enrich the quality of campus life. As such, staff strive to engage every student in the Division’s five Aspirations for Student Learning, which include: creating a community that commits to unwavering curiosity, pursues self-understanding and integrity, practices civility, prepares others for a life of courageous leadership, and embraces the University’s motto Ut Prosim as a way of life.

About Dining Services:  Dining Services provides our students with award-winning dining and is committed to student satisfaction. Renowned for its food and venue atmospheres, the university’s reputation for outstanding dining is built on innovation and service. Dining Services practices sustainability in all of its dining centers and hosts many special events and themed meals each semester. Dining Services operates 11 dining facilities and two food trucks, provides comprehensive nutrition programs, offers on- and off-campus catering, provides nationally-branded food options, and has varied hours of operation to fit almost any need.