Assistant Director of Dining Operations

Job Description

Job Description

Assistant Director of Dining Operations

Job ID: 303039
Location: Statesboro, Georgia
Full/Part Time: Full Time
Regular/Temporary: Regular

About Us

Georgia Southern University is the state's largest and most comprehensive center of higher education south of Atlanta. With nearly 150 degree programs at the bachelor's, master's and doctoral levels, Georgia Southern has been designated a Carnegie Doctoral/R2 "high research" university and serves more than 29,500 students from all 50 states, Washington, D.C., Puerto Rico, and more than 100 countries.

With four vibrant campuses - the Statesboro Campus, the Armstrong Campus in Savannah, the Liberty Campus in Hinesville, and the East Georgia Campus in Swainsboro - Georgia Southern offers a dynamic environment that encourages learning, discovery and personal growth. The University is accredited by the Southern Association of Colleges and Schools and has earned specialized accreditation from numerous professional and academic associations that set standards in their respective fields.

Georgia Southern is an influencer and intellectual catalyst in southeast Georgia, a rapidly expanding region that is home to international companies such as Hyundai, Gulfstream and JCB, as well as the Port of Savannah and Georgia Ports Authority. With a focus on hands-on learning, Georgia Southern is supporting the demand for highly skilled workers by providing academic excellence and creative innovation in a supportive, student-centered environment that empowers the next generation of leaders to succeed.

Beyond an ideal location, there is a place for you to work in an exciting environment abounding with opportunities for personal and professional growth. Named one of the Best U.S. Colleges by The Wall Street Journal, Georgia Southern is nationally recognized for the caliber of its academic programs and student experience. Georgia Southern University has also been recognized by Forbes as one of "America's Best-In-State Employers" for 2025.

Location

Statesboro Campus - Statesboro, GA 

Department Information

Eagle Dining Services

Job Summary

As the Assistant Director of Dining Operations for Statesboro Campus for Eagle Dining Services, you will provide strategic and operational leadership across residential dining and retail operations, ensuring consistent execution, financial performance, and exceptional student experiences. You will lead managers, supervisors, and culinary teams in daily operations, staffing, service standards, and continuous improvement while driving revenue growth, operational efficiency, brand consistency, and alignment with departmental goals and student expectations.

Responsibilities

• Provide strategic leadership for residential dining and retail operations, ensuring operational excellence, financial performance, brand standards, and a strong student experience
• Partner with Culinary and Marketing teams to develop menus, promotions, and concepts that increase engagement, traffic, and revenue
• Lead the recruitment, training, coaching, and development of managers and staff while fostering accountability, service excellence, and continuous improvement
• Oversee budgets, labor, key performance metrics, and operational strategies to improve efficiency, control costs, and maximize financial performance
• Ensure compliance with food safety, sanitation, university standards, and brand requirements while maintaining consistent quality and service across all locations
• Build strong campus and vendor partnerships while identifying staffing needs, developing talent pipelines, and supporting long-term operational growth

Required Qualifications

Educational Requirements

• Associate's Degree and Seven (7) or more years of related experience in food service operation OR Bachelor's Degree and Five (5) or more years of food management experience in restaurants, hotels, corporate dining, education military, health care, and/or related food service operations

Required Experience

• 2 to 4 years of supervisory experience

Preferred Qualifications

Preferred Educational Qualifications

• Degree in culinary arts, restaurant/hotel management, business administration

Proposed Salary

$55,126 - $70,307

This is an exempt position paid on a monthly basis.

Required Documents to Attach

• Resume
• Cover Letter
• Two (2) Professional References

Knowledge, Skills, & Abilities

ABILITIES

• Consistently exhibit engaging customer service
• Ability to support various constituencies served by the University
• Proven proficiency with computers including Microsoft Office, Google, and/or applications as required for specific position

KNOWLEDGE

• Adhere to University policies and procedures to meet Institutional goals and support University's mission for student success
• Keen knowledge of sanitation regulations
• Knowledge of methods and practices of food preparation, service, and equipment
• Knowledge of use of food service equipment
• Understanding of portion control

SKILLS

• Effective communication (verbal and written), organizational and human relations skills
• Strong analytical and critical thinking skills
• Strong leadership and communications skills

Apply Before Date

October 12, 2026

Application review may begin on September 3, 2026.

Contact Information

For more information or questions about a job posting, please contact the Department of Human Resources by phone at View phone number on ziprecruiter.com or by email at View email address on ziprecruiter.com.

For technical support, please call the USG Service Desk at View phone number on ziprecruiter.com, or email View email address on ziprecruiter.com.

USG Core Values

The University System of Georgia is comprised of our 25 institutions of higher education and learning as well as the System Office. Our USG Statement of Core Values are Integrity, Excellence, Accountability, and Respect. These values serve as the foundation for all that we do as an organization, and each USG community member is responsible for demonstrating and upholding these standards. More details on the USG Statement of Core Values and Code of Conduct are available in USG Board Policy 8.2.18.1.2 and can be found on-line at 

Additionally, USG supports Freedom of Expression as stated in Board Policy 6.5 Freedom of Expression and Academic Freedom found on-line at 

Conditions of Employment

Offers of employment are contingent upon completion of background investigation including a criminal background check demonstrating your eligibility for employment with Georgia Southern University, as determined by Georgia Southern University in its sole discretion, confirmation of the credentials and employment history reflected in your application materials and, if applicable, a satisfactory credit check. Applicants may be subject to a pre-employment drug test.

Offers are made expressly subject to the applicable federal and state laws, to the statutes, rules and regulations of this institution and to the Bylaws and Policies of the Board of Regents (BOR) of the University System of Georgia (USG), which are available for your inspection upon request.

Legally authorized to work in the United States for the duration of employment without assistance from the University.

Must be able to perform duties and responsibilities with or without reasonable accommodation.

Georgia Southern University is a Tobacco and Smoke-Free Community.

Proof of valid Driver's License upon hire and throughout employment.

Equal Employment Opportunity

Georgia Southern University provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, religion, age, veteran status, political affiliation, or disability. Individuals in need of reasonable accommodations under the Americans with Disabilities Act to participate in the search process should notify Human Resources: View phone number on ziprecruiter.com.

Other Information

• Must be able to perform duties and responsibilities with or without reasonable accommodation  
• Work generally performed in an office environment  
• Workweek may occasionally extend beyond 40 hours  
• Travel may be required  
• Operating motor vehicle equipment (position is required to drive)  
• Evening and weekend work may be required  
• Work performed in indoor and outdoor environments  
• Stand, bend, walk and lift as needed throughout the day  
• May be required to maneuver items weighing up to 50 pounds with or without reasonable accommodation 

Background Check

• Standard + Education & DMV

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