UNT Dining - Senior Food Service Manager

UNT Dining
- Senior Food Service Manager

Title: UNT Dining
- Senior Food Service Manager

Employee Classification: Senior Food Service Manager

Campus: University of North Texas

Sub Division-Department: UNT-Dining Service

Job Location: Denton

Salary: salary commensurate with experience

FTE: 1.000000

About Us
- Values Overview

Welcome to the University of North Texas System. The UNT System includes the University of North Texas in Denton and Frisco, the University of North Texas at Dallas and UNT Dallas College of Law, and University of North Texas Health Fort Worth. We are the only university system based exclusively in the robust Dallas-Fort Worth region. We are growing with the North Texas region, employing more than 14,000 employees, educating a record 49,000+ students across our system, and awarding nearly 12,000 degrees each year.

We are one team comprised of individuals who are committed to excellence, curiosity and innovation. We are transforming lives and creating economic opportunity through education. We champion a people-first values-based culture where We Care about each other and those we serve. We believe that we are Better Together because we foster an environment of respect, belonging, and access for all. We demonstrate Courageous Integrity through setting exceptional standards and acting in the best interest of our communities.

We are encouraged to Be Curious about opportunities for learning, creating, discovering, and innovating, and are encouraged to learn from failure. Show Your Fire by joining our team and exhibiting your passion and pride in your work as part of our UNT System team.

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Department Summary

It's About the Food! Why work for UNT Dining? Our employees explain.

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As the largest self-supported food service department in North Texas, UNT Dining Services is setting the standard for campus dining. With five Dining Halls, more than 20 retail locations, an upscale restaurant, a hydroponic garden, a central scratch bakery, and full-service catering, the department is led by a team of professionally trained chefs and hospitality experts. UNT is recognized as a national leader in university dining, known for its innovative, trendsetting approach and award-winning culinary talent.

UNT Dining Services is home to Mean Greens Cafe, the nation's first 100% vegan collegiate dining hall, and Kitchen West, Texas' first and only university dining hall certified Free From the Big 8 food allergens and gluten. In 2021, UNT introduced Eagle Landing, the university's first standalone dining hall, inspired by urban food halls and featuring seven distinct restaurant concepts-all available for a single Meal Plan swipe.

Recognized for excellence, UNT was ranked No. 2 nationwide for best college food by  The department is also the proud recipient of the prestigious Loyal

E. Horton Award and the Vegan Recipe Award from the National Association of College and University Food Services. As a founding member of the Menus of Change University Research Collaborative, UNT plays an active role in pioneering research on plant-forward diets, food waste reduction, and consumer food choices, all while advancing the principles of healthy, sustainable menus.

Position Overview

The Senior Food Service Manager plays a vital leadership role within Dining Services, overseeing daily operations in a high-volume, all-you-care-to-eat dining environment. This position is responsible for managing food production, ensuring compliance with food safety standards, controlling costs, and supervising both student employees and full-time staff.

Key responsibilities include directing food preparation, training and mentoring team members, maintaining high standards for food quality and presentation, and fostering a positive dining experience for students, faculty, staff, and guests. Reporting directly to the General Manager, the Senior Food Service Manager is essential to the overall success and efficiency of Dining operations.

Strong leadership, extensive food service experience, and excellent communication skills are critical for success in this role.

Minimum Qualifications

Bachelor's degree in related field and three years of experience in food service management; or any equivalent combination of education, training, or experience.

Knowledge,

Skills and Abilities

Extensive knowledge of dining, retail, and/or catering service operations. Thorough knowledge of the principles and practices of…