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Assistant Manager

Job in Cambridge, Middlesex County, Massachusetts, 02140, USA
Listing for: Institutional Data Initiative
Full Time position
Listed on 2026-01-01
Job specializations:
  • Restaurant/Food Service
    Food & Beverage, Catering
Job Description & How to Apply Below

Company Description

By working at Harvard University, you join a vibrant community that advances Harvard's world-changing mission in meaningful ways, inspires innovation and collaboration, and builds skills and expertise. We are dedicated to creating a diverse and welcoming environment where everyone can thrive.

Why join Harvard University Central Administration?

Harvard University's Central Administration (CADM) is a 5,000+ employee organization that supports the university's overall excellence by understanding and serving the needs of its schools, students, faculty, staff, alumni, and surrounding communities. Through dynamic and collaborative partnerships, CADM provides high-quality and efficient services to the schools to help them achieve their goals.

Job Description

Provide management support and oversight to a food service operation.

  • Responsible for effective staff management, including hiring and orientation, training and development, workflow and performance management, and the promotion of an inclusive and innovative work environment
  • Manage front-of-house and back-of-house operations
  • Assign and direct the work of a team of hourly and temporary staff to ensure the delivery of excellent service; address staff performance and recommend/deliver corrective actions as needed
  • Assist with monitoring menu and inventory management systems including, but not limited to: ensuring cost control and mitigation of loss prevention; completion of weekly inventory audits; maintenance of appropriate inventory levels based on menu needs, etc.
  • Ensure kitchen equipment and the physical plant is operational and clean; alert Unit Manager of needed repairs
  • Execute dining hall opening and closing procedures
  • Assist with the planning and execution of catered events
  • Perform administrative duties, including inventory, payroll, budgeting, calendars, documentation, and ordering supplies
  • Ensure high standards are consistently met with regard to quality assurance related to food, sanitation, equipment, facility maintenance and management and safety
  • Ensure compliance with University policies and procedures and applicable legal rules and regulations
  • Working Conditions
    • Ability to work evenings, weekends and holidays as needed
    • Subject to wet floors, temperature extremes, and excessive noise
    • Standing and walking for significant amounts of time is necessary
    Physical Requirements
    • Position frequently involves long hours and widely diverse duties
    • Must be able to lift (approximately 20 to 30 pounds), bend, stoop and perform other physical exertion
    • Ability to stand for extended periods of time
    Qualifications Basic Qualifications
    • Minimum of 2 years’ relevant work experience
    Additional Qualifications and Skills
    • Knowledge of Microsoft Office Suite, intermediate Excel skills
    • Strong communication (verbal, written, interpersonal) skills and an ability to communicate effectively with a diverse constituency
    • Operational experience with industrial kitchen equipment (dishwasher, oven, ventilation systems, etc.)
    • Operational experience with food service applications and computerized menu management systems
    Additional Information

    Standard Hours/

    Schedule:

    40 hours per week

    Visa Sponsorship Information: Harvard University is unable to provide visa sponsorship for this position

    Pre-Employment Screening: Identity, Criminal, Drug Test, CORI, Employment, References

    Work Format Details

    This position has been determined by school or unit leaders that all duties and responsibilities must be performed at a Harvard or Harvard-designated location. Certain visa types may limit work location. Individuals must meet work location sponsorship requirements prior to employment.

    Salary Grade and Ranges

    This position is salary grade level 056. Please visit Harvard's Salary Ranges to view the corresponding salary range and related information.

    Benefits

    Harvard offers a comprehensive benefits package that is designed to support a healthy work-life balance and your physical, mental and financial wellbeing. Because here, you are what matters. Our benefits include, but are not limited to:

    • Generous paid time off including parental leave
    • Medical, dental, and vision health insurance coverage starting on day one
    • Retirement plans with university contributions
    • Wellbeing and mental health resources
    • Support for families and caregivers
    • Professional development opportunities including tuition assistance and reimbursement
    • Commuter benefits, discounts and campus perks
    EEO/Non-Discrimination Commitment Statement

    Harvard University is committed to equal opportunity and non-discrimination. We seek talent from all parts of society and the world, and we strive to ensure everyone at Harvard thrives. Our differences help our community advance Harvard's academic purposes.

    Harvard has an equal employment opportunity policy that outlines our commitment to prohibiting discrimination on the basis of race, ethnicity, color, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, veteran status, religion, disability, or any other characteristic…

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