Assistant Dining Operations Manager 00489
| Estimated Pay | $48 per hour |
|---|---|
| Hours | Full-time, Part-time |
| Location | Newport News, Virginia |
About this job
Assistant Dining Operations Manager 00489
Role Title:Food Service Manager II
Position Number:00489
FLSA:Exempt
Appointment Type:Full Time
Type of Posting:General Public
Is Sensitive Position?:No
Designated Personnel:Yes
Responsible Employee:This position is designated as a “responsible employee” who has the authority to redress sexual violence, who has the duty to report incidents of sexual violence or other student misconduct, or who a student could reasonably believe has this authority or duty.
If Designated Personnel, please paste statement:This position is a “designated position” meaning this position could potentially be required to work (depending on the event) during an emergency closing.
Statement of Economic Interest:No
Departmental Objective:In support of Christopher Newport University’s mission, the mission of CNU Dining Services is to provide CNU students with the highest quality in food and dining experiences. In doing so, we are committed to providing fast and customer-friendly services and to provide clean and positive atmospheres throughout the Dining Services operations. Other important components of our mission are to create and cultivate an inclusive environment that helps support places on campus, beyond the classrooms, where intellectual inquiry may occur and in which social and civic values are fostered. The mission further extends to providing for meaningful, pleasant, and memorable dining experiences, including special theme meals dining events, in support of inclusivity and other civic values of CNU, as well as that add to the quality of the cultural life of the CNU community and the Commonwealth, as welcoming gathering places for students, faculty, staff and guests. In addition, Dining Services aspires to provide high levels of excellence and professionalism in rendering superior customer-focused services to students, faculty, staff, guests, and visitors of the University, with close attention to detail and with a caring and concerned approach, targeted at delivering outstanding results in serving customer needs and achieving high levels of customer satisfaction.
Purpose of the Position:In conjunction with the Dining Operations Manager, the incumbent is responsible for residential dining in the Commons. Incumbent will assist in the responsibility for reviewing, monitoring, interpreting, analyzing, evaluating, and comparing data to: to improve and control food costs; lower labor costs; identify and respond to customer trends and design effective marketing for the operation. Incumbent will assist the Dining Operations Manager with monthly inventory, process various reports including news letters, handle all correspondence and aid the Food Operations Manager in the completion of their administrative duties. Process invoices and deposits in a timely manner. Responsible for submitting accurate payroll reports on all students, hourly and classified personnel. Responsible for the duties associated with the Black Board System.
Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities Related to Position:- Knowledge of purchasing, scheduling, Human Resource management, health codes, OSHA, inventory management and understanding of high volume food production.
- Knowledge and skills in food preparation and quantity food production.
- Ability to communicate in writing or verbally to both supervisors and subordinates.
- Ability to adjust to a cyclic environment.
Education:
- High school diploma or equivalent education/experience that equates to a high school diploma
Experience:
- Previous experience in food service
- Supervisory experience
Education:
- ServSafe certified or equivalent food handler program
Experience
- Previous supervisory experience in a high volume kitchen in an educational or institutional setting
- Experience with word processing and spreadsheet software
- Management experience in a high volume production kitchen
- Office experience handling numeric data and using office equipment such as calculators, computers, copiers, and fax machines.
Starting at $50,258 Commensurate with Education and Experience
CNU Information:This position includes Commonwealth of Virginia and Christopher Newport University employee benefits. CNU offers a comprehensive benefits package to include retirement plans, medical, dental, vision, and a variety of other options. Available leave includes vacation, sick time, personal time, and volunteer/service leave. State employees are eligible for discounted travel, banking, legal and retail services, among others. To view more information about our benefits, please visit .
Role Code:79215
Conditions of Employment:- This is a classified position. New and returning classified employees are required to complete a 12-month probationary period
- Selected candidate must attend a 2-day New Employee Orientation Program
Is this position telework eligible?:
No
Light Lifting (less than 20 lbs.):Essential
Moderate Lifting (20-50 lbs.):Marginal
Heavy Lifting (more than 50 lbs.):Non-Applicable
Pushing/Pulling:Marginal
Standing:Essential
Sitting:Essential
Bending:Marginal
Walking:Essential
Climbing:Marginal
Reaching:Essential
Repetitive Motion:Marginal
Fast Pace:Essential
Average Pace:Essential
Multiple Priorities:Essential
Intense Customer Interaction:Essential
Multiple Stimuli:Essential
Frequency Changes:Essential
Memory:Essential
Reasoning:Essential
Hearing:Essential
Reading:Essential
Analyzing:Essential
Logic:Essential
Verbal Communication:Essential
Written Communication:Essential
Posting Number:PS1127P
Number of Vacancies:1
Posting Date:07/22/2025
Closing Date:10/12/2025
Open Until Filled:No
Special Instructions to Applicants:CNU will only accept online applications through the website. Online applications must be received by midnight on the closing date indicated in a job announcement. Faxed, emailed, hand-delivered or mailed applications and attachments will NOT be accepted. Applicants are welcome to complete an online application by using computers located in the Office of Human Resources. Address: CNU North – 321 Hiden Boulevard, Suite 101, Newport News, VA 23606. Public computers are also available in nearby libraries and at the Virginia Employment Commission. Address: 600 Butler Farm Road, Hampton, VA 23666 (M-F 9am-4:30pm).
In order to be considered for this position, your application must provide evidence of experience and/or education supporting the requirements outlined in the posting. We encourage you to be clear and specific when describing your experience. *Responses to supplemental questions alone are not considered evidence of experience and/or education.
Christopher Newport University, an EO Employer, is fully Committed to Access and Opportunity.
Christopher Newport University (CNU) will make a reasonable effort to accommodate persons with disabilities in the application and/or interview process. Persons with disabilities who require accommodation should contact the CNU Human Resources Office by calling (757) 594-7145.
Alternative Hiring Process:In support of the Commonwealth’s commitment to inclusion, we are encouraging individuals with disabilities to apply through the Commonwealth Alternative Hiring Process. To be considered for this opportunity, applicants will need to provide their Certificate of Disability (COD) provided by a Certified Rehabilitation Counselor within the Department for Aging & Rehabilitative Services
(DARS). Veterans are encouraged to answer Veteran status questions and submit their disability documentation, if applicable, to DARS to get their Certificate of Disability. If you need to get a Certificate of Disability, use this link: or call DARS at 800-552-5019.
Applicant finalists are required to complete a CNU sponsored background check. After accepting employment, individuals are required to complete a USCIS Form I-9 (employment eligibility verification) and present documentation from the USCIS List of Acceptable Documents that establishes both their identity and employment authorization to work in the United States. The provided documents will be verified through the Department of Homeland Security E-Verify website.
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