Unit Manager

45489BR

Position Description:

Manages a unit within a department. Plans, organizes and develops goals and procedures for the unit. Represents the unit to administrators, outside agencies and others on relevant matters. Supervises subordinate staff.

About the University:

Founded in 1923, Texas Tech University began with a mission to serve the needs of West Texas, but its impact has always reached far beyond. Today, Texas Tech, located in Lubbock (pop. 300,000+), is home to a vibrant community of more than 42,000 students.Texas Tech's 1,800-acre campus showcases Spanish Renaissance architecture and is home to one of the country's largest public art collections. Its 13 colleges include a prestigious School of Law and a distinguished School of Veterinary Medicine. These programs equip students with the skills and knowledge needed to excel in their respective fields. Built on the values of West Texas — hard work, grit and authenticity — the university graduates students who are deeply engaged in service to their communities and well-positioned to succeed in the world. Texas Tech is committed to achieving research and scholarly accomplishments that compare favorably to the member institutions of the Association of American Universities (AAU). For more than 100 years, Texas Tech has been a premier destination for those seeking a world-class education and a unique, personalized experience as a member of the Red Raider family.

Major/Essential Functions:

• Personnel responsibilities include hiring, documenting and evaluating. Hires full-time, student assistants, and temporary staff maintaining appropriate levels according to unit hours of operation while maintaining financial goals. Trains staff in all areas of the operation such as food preparation methods, best practices, use of equipment, sanitation guidelines and safety standards. Evaluate/document team members are adhering to job description expectations, university/department policies and procedures.

• Maintain current knowledge of industry trends and assist in identifying new products. Responsible for receiving food products, inventory rotation, preparation, presentation ensuring proper food safety and sanitation-handling procedures. Directly involved in portion cost, and inventory controls through proper accountability.

• Be able to perform a wide variety of positions within the area of supervision and obtain and/or fill-in schedules and positions that become vacant at all times, including late nights and weekends. Monitor concept availability according to customer flow maximizing sales and profits through effective use of resources.

• Financial responsibilities include, but not limited to, ensuring proper cash handling/deposit policies/procedures, submitting timely daily/weekly reports as required, and supervise areas to achieve maximum financial results by ensuring profitable P&L statements.

• Directly involved in providing and maintaining proper customer service levels by providing necessary feedback and/or responding to customer requests and complaints.

• Attend weekly meetings as scheduled and semi-annual and annual meetings as needed by the university and/or department.

• Supports Hospitality Services mission and vision statements.

Required Qualifications:

• Bachelor's degree plus three years supervisory experience; OR a combination of education and/or supervisory experience to equal seven years.

• This position requires eligibility to drive TTU vehicles, including a valid U.S. driver license and two years of driving experience.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Completed Sanitation Certification course. I.E. ServSafe.

• At least five (5) years of experience in retail or university food service management with strong background experience in computerized food management, menu planning and development, quality assurance, and knowledge of foods, basic and advanced food preparation and presentation.

Safety Information:

Adherence to robust safety practices and compliance with all applicable health and safety regulations are responsibilities of all TTU employees.

Does this position work in a research laboratory?:

No

Required Attachments:

Professional/Personal References, Resume / CV

Job Type:

Full Time

Pay Basis:

Monthly

Job Family:

Facilities Operations

Job Sub Family:

Dining & Catering Services

Annualized Pay Range:

$40,500 $52,600 $64,800

Pay Statement:

Compensation is commensurate upon the qualifications of the individual selected and budgetary guidelines of the hiring department, as well as the institutional pay plan.

Travel Required:

None

Shift:

Other

Schedule Details:

Variable Work Schedule

Grant Funded?:

No

EEO Statement:

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, genetic information or status as a protected veteran.