Kitchen Manager 00530

Posting DetailsPosition InformationWorking TitleKitchen Manager 00530Role TitleFood Service Manager IPosition Number00530FLSANon ExemptAppointment TypeFull TimeType of PostingGeneral PublicIs Sensitive Position?NoIf Sensitive Position, please paste statementDesignated PersonnelYesResponsible EmployeeThis 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 statementThis 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 InterestNoIf Statement of Economic Interest, please paste statementIs this a restricted position subject to availability of funding?YesIf Restricted Position, please paste statementThis is a restricted position subject to availability of funding.Departmental ObjectiveIn 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 PositionUnder the direction of the Commons Dining Operations Manager, this position is completely responsible for all back of the house operation to include but not limited to: ordering all food and paper products for the Commons, disposables and chemicals for the Commons dining, testing and executing new menu ideas and recipes, monitoring equipment repairs and maintaining equipment maintenance schedule, training production supervisors and cooks on progressive cooking and overseeing general duties of food production supervisors. It ensures compliance at all times with Dining Services, health codes and ServSafe standards. As a member of the Commons Dining management team, the incumbent is also responsible for the Commons overall operations, including food quality, production and safety and labor in the absence of the Dining Operations Manager and Asst. Dining Operations Manager.Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities Related to PositionExcellent food preparation and presentation skillsAbility to work well and lead under pressureGood communication and interpersonal skillsExceptional customer service skillsAbility to read and writeDemonstrated basic math skillsKnowledge of all types of cooking methods by reading and converting recipesKnowledge of all kitchen equipmentGood organizational skillsDemonstrated skills in the use of personal computers and associated softwareAbility to complete multiple tasks concurrentlyAbility to communicate in writing or verbally to both supervisors and subordinatesAbility to work under pressure of time restraints and deadlinesAbility to work in temperature extremesAbility to work in congested work areas and areas where wet processes are usedAbility to wear protective footwearKnowledge of all types of cooking methods by reading and converting recipesAbility to work flexible shifts and weekendsEducation, Experience, Licensure, Certification RequiredEducation:High school diploma or equivalent education/experience that equates to a high school diplomaExperience:Management experience in a culinary settingAdditional Consideration(s)Education:Degree in culinary arts or food service management or equivalent work experience in related fieldServSafe certificate and/or other sanitation certificationExperience:Experience in inventory managementExperience in menu developmentExperience in food costsExperience ordering food and suppliesSkills in word processing or spreadsheetsExperience working at a college/universitySalary InformationStarting at $45,689, Commensurate with Education and ExperienceCNU InformationThis 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 https://cnu.edu/hr/benefits/.Role Code79214Conditions of EmploymentThis 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.Ability to work in temperature extremesAbility to work in congested work areas and areas where wet processes are usedAbility to wear protective footwearAbility to work flexible shifts and weekendsIs this position telework eligible?NoTelework Eligibility DisclaimerPhysical/Cognitive RequirementsLight Lifting (less than 20 lbs.)EssentialModerate Lifting (20-50 lbs.)EssentialHeavy Lifting (more than 50 lbs.)EssentialPushing/PullingEssentialStandingEssentialSittingMarginalBendingEssentialWalkingEssentialClimbingMarginalReachingEssentialRepetitive MotionEssentialList other physical requirementsEmotional DemandsFast PaceEssentialAverage PaceEssentialMultiple PrioritiesEssentialIntense Customer InteractionEssentialMultiple StimuliEssentialFrequency ChangesEssentialMental/Sensory DemandsMemoryEssentialReasoningEssentialHearingEssentialReadingEssentialAnalyzingEssentialLogicEssentialVerbal CommunicationEssentialWritten CommunicationEssentialList other mental/sensory requirementsPosting Detail InformationPosting NumberPS1202PNumber of Vacancies1Posting Date03/18/2026Closing Date04/02/2026Open Until FilledNoSpecial Instructions to ApplicantsCNU will only accept online applications through the jobs.cnu.edu 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.Quick Link for Direct Access to Postinghttps://jobs.cnu.edu/postings/20541Advertising TextEEO/Diversity Statement(s)Christopher Newport University, an EO Employer, is fully Committed to Access and Opportunity.Notice of Non-Discrimination & Title IX Policy StatementReasonable Accommodation RequestChristopher 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 ProcessIn support of the Commonwealth's commitment to inclusion, we are encouraging individuals with disabilities to apply through the Commonwealth's Alternative Hiring Process.To be considered for this opportunity, applicants will need to upload an approved AHP Letter received from the Department for Aging & Rehabilitative Services (DARS) or from the Department for the Blind & Vision Impaired (DBVI) to their applications.Note: Certificates of Disability provided by DARS or DBVI dated April 1, 2022, through February 29, 2024, will still be accepted as applicable for the AHP. The name change to AHP Letter became effective March 1, 2024.Service-Connected Veterans are encouraged to answer Veteran status questions and submit their disability documentation, if applicable, to DARS to get their AHP Letter.Requesting an AHP Letter can be found at AHP Letter or by calling DARS at 800-552-5019.Background Check