Job title Chef Manager Reports to General Manager, Operations Department Operations FLSA Status Full-Time, Exempt Position Summary Provides support and assistance to the unit manager in the areas of food production systems, along with the supervision, coaching, and training of the unit employees, which consist of students, unions, and student managers. To ensure high quality food is prepared, menus are executed and served in an efficient manner while providing remarkable customer service and striving to find cost efficiencies. Expected House of Work This is a full-time position which involves long and irregular working hours. The schedule is based on the customers' needs which can be 24 hours a day, 365 days a year. The position primarily works a set schedule for each semester from week to week which will include weekends, evenings, and late-night hours. Scheduled shifts can vary in length. Weekends and evenings are required. This position will be considered an exempt position. Essential Functions Staff Supervision Participates in subordinate counseling, disciplinary procedures, and cross training of employees. Participates in interviews, hiring, training, scheduling and providing daily supervision to student, union, student manager, temporary and casual employees. Participates in subordinate performance evaluations and completion of all new hire orientations and training manuals. Participates or conducts in student, student manager and union meetings on a scheduled bases. Oversees or participates in supervision of student managers and the student manager training program. Conducts or delegates daily pre-service. Communicates all cleaning projects to staff. Conducts line checks and manual station inspections. Manages, coaches and teaches, making sure employees stay on task, recipes are being followed, and safety equipment is being used properly. Service Management Conducts line checks and manual station inspections. Actively solicits customer input by participating in table visits and meeting the managers when opportunities exist. Interacts with customers, adheres to and executes all customer service programs, and handles and provides resolution to customer complaints. Administrative Management Maintains and updates current recipes. Maintains order guides. Maintains par levels / production sheets. Participates in student manager program. Maintains and updates unit checklists for all stations and employees. Awareness and basic knowledge of profit and loss summary. Follows budgetary guidelines for food and labor costs. Preparation of accounts payable, sales and guest count tally sheets, cash reports, payroll and other financial and operational statement as assigned. Consistently conducts staff meetings. Production Management Adherence to food production and purchasing programs. Conducts inventory on a weekly basis and impacts plans to reduce waste. Observes methods of food preparation and cooking and sizes of portions. Ensures that proper production techniques are followed in regard to volume and food produced, portioning techniques, and use of leftovers, etc. Education and Training Associate's degree or higher in food service or related field. Desired Qualifications Equivalent education/experience will substitute for minimum qualifications. Two years progressively responsible experience managing a similar food service operation. Experience in a high volume food service establishment preferred. Work Environment The work environment can be loud and busy. There is exposure to kitchen hazards such as hot surfaces and liquids, sharp knives, and slippery falls. The position operates in a kitchen environment where the employee is frequently exposed to heat, steam, fire, and noise. Long, irregular working hours. Exposure to extreme temperatures in coolers and freezers. Physical and Mental Demands The position is very active and the employee must be able to stand and walk for a minimum of 8 hours. The employee is occasionally required to sit; climb or balance; stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl. While performing the duties of the job, the employee is regularly required to talk and hear. The position requires manual dexterity; auditory and visual skills; and the ability to follow written and oral instructions and procedures. The employee must have the ability to use hands to finger, manipulate fingers; and reach with hands and arms, to stir, measure, pour, cut, chop, dice, and decorate, etc The position requires working taste buds, ability to smell, feel with fingers and visually inspect, include close and distance vision. The employee must frequently lift and or move up to 25 lbs. and occasionally lift and or move up to 50 lbs. Licensure/Certification American Culinary Federation - Certified Chef de Cuisine (ACF - CEC) completed or in progress towards completion. ServSafe Certification - completed or in progress towards completion. Valid driver's license and clean driving record required. Ability to demonstrate safe driving practices. Travel Travel between UB campuses may be required. May need to attend conferences and/or special events Employee Name: Employee Signature: Date: Campus Dining and Shops is committed to ensuring equal employment opportunities without regard to an individual's race, color, national origin, sex, religion, age, disability, gender, pregnancy, gender identity, gender expression, sexual orientation, predisposing genetic characteristics, marital status, familial status, veteran status, military status, domestic violence victim status, or criminal conviction status. Employees, students, applicants or other members of the University community (including but not limited to vendors, visitors, and guests) may not be subjected to harassment that is prohibited by law or treated adversely based upon a protected characteristic. Campus Dining and Shops policy is in accordance with federal and state laws and regulations prohibiting discrimination and harassment. These laws include the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA), Section 504 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973, Title IX of the Education Amendments of 1972, Title VII of the Civil Rights Act of 1964 as Amended by the Equal Employment Opportunity Act of 1972, and the New York State Human Rights Law. These laws prohibit discrimination and harassment, including sexual harassment and sexual violence.
Apr 07, 2024
Full time
Job title Chef Manager Reports to General Manager, Operations Department Operations FLSA Status Full-Time, Exempt Position Summary Provides support and assistance to the unit manager in the areas of food production systems, along with the supervision, coaching, and training of the unit employees, which consist of students, unions, and student managers. To ensure high quality food is prepared, menus are executed and served in an efficient manner while providing remarkable customer service and striving to find cost efficiencies. Expected House of Work This is a full-time position which involves long and irregular working hours. The schedule is based on the customers' needs which can be 24 hours a day, 365 days a year. The position primarily works a set schedule for each semester from week to week which will include weekends, evenings, and late-night hours. Scheduled shifts can vary in length. Weekends and evenings are required. This position will be considered an exempt position. Essential Functions Staff Supervision Participates in subordinate counseling, disciplinary procedures, and cross training of employees. Participates in interviews, hiring, training, scheduling and providing daily supervision to student, union, student manager, temporary and casual employees. Participates in subordinate performance evaluations and completion of all new hire orientations and training manuals. Participates or conducts in student, student manager and union meetings on a scheduled bases. Oversees or participates in supervision of student managers and the student manager training program. Conducts or delegates daily pre-service. Communicates all cleaning projects to staff. Conducts line checks and manual station inspections. Manages, coaches and teaches, making sure employees stay on task, recipes are being followed, and safety equipment is being used properly. Service Management Conducts line checks and manual station inspections. Actively solicits customer input by participating in table visits and meeting the managers when opportunities exist. Interacts with customers, adheres to and executes all customer service programs, and handles and provides resolution to customer complaints. Administrative Management Maintains and updates current recipes. Maintains order guides. Maintains par levels / production sheets. Participates in student manager program. Maintains and updates unit checklists for all stations and employees. Awareness and basic knowledge of profit and loss summary. Follows budgetary guidelines for food and labor costs. Preparation of accounts payable, sales and guest count tally sheets, cash reports, payroll and other financial and operational statement as assigned. Consistently conducts staff meetings. Production Management Adherence to food production and purchasing programs. Conducts inventory on a weekly basis and impacts plans to reduce waste. Observes methods of food preparation and cooking and sizes of portions. Ensures that proper production techniques are followed in regard to volume and food produced, portioning techniques, and use of leftovers, etc. Education and Training Associate's degree or higher in food service or related field. Desired Qualifications Equivalent education/experience will substitute for minimum qualifications. Two years progressively responsible experience managing a similar food service operation. Experience in a high volume food service establishment preferred. Work Environment The work environment can be loud and busy. There is exposure to kitchen hazards such as hot surfaces and liquids, sharp knives, and slippery falls. The position operates in a kitchen environment where the employee is frequently exposed to heat, steam, fire, and noise. Long, irregular working hours. Exposure to extreme temperatures in coolers and freezers. Physical and Mental Demands The position is very active and the employee must be able to stand and walk for a minimum of 8 hours. The employee is occasionally required to sit; climb or balance; stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl. While performing the duties of the job, the employee is regularly required to talk and hear. The position requires manual dexterity; auditory and visual skills; and the ability to follow written and oral instructions and procedures. The employee must have the ability to use hands to finger, manipulate fingers; and reach with hands and arms, to stir, measure, pour, cut, chop, dice, and decorate, etc The position requires working taste buds, ability to smell, feel with fingers and visually inspect, include close and distance vision. The employee must frequently lift and or move up to 25 lbs. and occasionally lift and or move up to 50 lbs. Licensure/Certification American Culinary Federation - Certified Chef de Cuisine (ACF - CEC) completed or in progress towards completion. ServSafe Certification - completed or in progress towards completion. Valid driver's license and clean driving record required. Ability to demonstrate safe driving practices. Travel Travel between UB campuses may be required. May need to attend conferences and/or special events Employee Name: Employee Signature: Date: Campus Dining and Shops is committed to ensuring equal employment opportunities without regard to an individual's race, color, national origin, sex, religion, age, disability, gender, pregnancy, gender identity, gender expression, sexual orientation, predisposing genetic characteristics, marital status, familial status, veteran status, military status, domestic violence victim status, or criminal conviction status. Employees, students, applicants or other members of the University community (including but not limited to vendors, visitors, and guests) may not be subjected to harassment that is prohibited by law or treated adversely based upon a protected characteristic. Campus Dining and Shops policy is in accordance with federal and state laws and regulations prohibiting discrimination and harassment. These laws include the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA), Section 504 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973, Title IX of the Education Amendments of 1972, Title VII of the Civil Rights Act of 1964 as Amended by the Equal Employment Opportunity Act of 1972, and the New York State Human Rights Law. These laws prohibit discrimination and harassment, including sexual harassment and sexual violence.
Job title Assistant Manager Reports to General Manager, Operations Department Operations FLSA Status Full-Time, Non-Exempt Position Summary Provides support and assistance to the unit manager in the areas of scheduling, time and attendance tracking, along with the supervision, coaching, and training of the unit employees, which consist of students, unions, and student managers. This position will require the manager to be hands on and on the floor during peak times supporting employees and providing excellent customer service. The Assistant Manager is responsible for implementing and maintaining all operational procedures and programs related to the dining operations. Expected Hours of Work This is a full time position whose schedule is based on the customers' needs and needs of the business. The position primarily works a set schedule during the school year, includes 1 weekend day and can include weekends, evenings, and late night hours. The position requires a minimum of 40 hours per week in summer, minimum of 47.5 hours a week during the school year (estimated 32 weeks), and additional hours during peak periods of business and special events. Scheduled shifts can vary in length. Weekends and evenings are required. This position is considered a non-exempt position, which means that you will be eligible for overtime time pay for hours worked in excess of 40 in a given workweek. Essential Functions Staff Supervision Participates in subordinate coaching, counseling, disciplinary procedures, and cross training of employees. Participates in interviews, hiring, training, scheduling and providing daily supervision to student, union, student manager, temporary and casual employees. Participates in subordinate performance evaluations and completion of all new hire orientations and training manuals. Participates or conducts in student, student manager and union meetings on a scheduled bases. Oversees or participates in supervision of student managers and the student manager training program. Conducts or delegates daily pre-service. Communicates all cleaning projects to staff. Conducts line checks and manual station inspections. Service Management Conducts line checks and manual station inspections. Actively solicits customer input by participating in table visits and meeting the managers. Interacts with customers, adheres to and executes all customer service programs, and handles and provides resolution to customer complaints. Administrative Management Maintains schedules in payroll/time and attendance system, creates/maintains schedules in terms of request for days off, substitutions, dropping/filling shifts. Oversees student manager program - keeping track of attendance issues for student employees in terms of progressive disciplinary actions. Maintains and updates unit checklists for all stations and employees. Maintains micros system or operating system for the unit. Awareness and basic knowledge of profit and loss summary. Follows budgetary guidelines for food and labor costs. Preparation of accounts payable, sales and guest count tally sheets, cash reports, payroll and other financial and operational statement as assigned. Production Management Assures efficiency in ordering, receiving and storage process for the unit. Provides leadership for the development of menu concepts and special promotions. Works with Unit Manager and Executive Chef to assure unit is aligned with company's culinary vision. Assures that menus, recipes, modifications/exceptions, and culinary initiatives are reviewed with the Unit Manager and Executive Chef for input and approval. Assures the excellence of all food production aspects including food presentation, safety and sanitation, recipe changes and product development, menu item pricing and market analysis, inventory, requisitions and transfers. Hands-on understanding of multi-unit operations. Service Management Establishes the customer service expectations for the unit including staff training, and processes to gather and respond to customer feedback (internal customer) and suggestions. Assures development and maintenance of appropriate signage for the unit. Education and Training Associate's degree or higher in food service or related field. Desired Qualifications Equivalent education/experience will substitute for minimum qualifications. 2 years progressively responsible experience managing a similar food service operation. Experience in a high volume food service establishment preferred. Work Environment The work environment can be loud and busy. There is exposure to kitchen hazards such as hot surfaces and liquids, sharp knives, and slippery falls. The position operates in a kitchen environment where the employee is frequently exposed to heat, steam, fire, and noise. Long, irregular working hours. Exposure to extreme temperatures in coolers and freezers. Physical and Mental Demands The position is very active and the employee must be able to stand and walk for a minimum of 8 hours. The employee is occasionally required to sit; climb or balance; stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl. While performing the duties of the job, the employee is regularly required to talk and hear. The position requires manual dexterity; auditory and visual skills; and the ability to follow written and oral instructions and procedures. The employee must have the ability to use hands to finger, manipulate fingers; and reach with hands and arms, to stir, measure, pour, cut, chop, dice, and decorate, etc The position requires working taste buds, ability to smell, feel with fingers and visually inspect, include close and distance vision. The employee must frequently lift and or move up to 25 lbs. and occasionally lift and or move up to 50 lbs. Valid driver's license and clean driving record required. Ability to demonstrate safe driving practices. Licensure/Certification ServSafe Certification Travel Travel between UB campuses may be required. May need to attend conferences and/or special events. Please note this job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties, or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. Duties, responsibilities, and activities may change at any time with or without notice. Employee Name: Employee Signature: Date: Campus Dining and Shops is committed to ensuring equal employment opportunities without regard to an individual's race, color, national origin, sex, religion, age, disability, gender, pregnancy, gender identity, gender expression, sexual orientation, predisposing genetic characteristics, marital status, familial status, veteran status, military status, domestic violence victim status, or criminal conviction status. Employees, students, applicants or other members of the University community (including but not limited to vendors, visitors, and guests) may not be subjected to harassment that is prohibited by law or treated adversely based upon a protected characteristic. Campus Dining and Shops policy is in accordance with federal and state laws and regulations prohibiting discrimination and harassment. These laws include the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA), Section 504 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973, Title IX of the Education Amendments of 1972, Title VII of the Civil Rights Act of 1964 as Amended by the Equal Employment Opportunity Act of 1972, and the New York State Human Rights Law. These laws prohibit discrimination and harassment, including sexual harassment and sexual violence.
Apr 07, 2024
Full time
Job title Assistant Manager Reports to General Manager, Operations Department Operations FLSA Status Full-Time, Non-Exempt Position Summary Provides support and assistance to the unit manager in the areas of scheduling, time and attendance tracking, along with the supervision, coaching, and training of the unit employees, which consist of students, unions, and student managers. This position will require the manager to be hands on and on the floor during peak times supporting employees and providing excellent customer service. The Assistant Manager is responsible for implementing and maintaining all operational procedures and programs related to the dining operations. Expected Hours of Work This is a full time position whose schedule is based on the customers' needs and needs of the business. The position primarily works a set schedule during the school year, includes 1 weekend day and can include weekends, evenings, and late night hours. The position requires a minimum of 40 hours per week in summer, minimum of 47.5 hours a week during the school year (estimated 32 weeks), and additional hours during peak periods of business and special events. Scheduled shifts can vary in length. Weekends and evenings are required. This position is considered a non-exempt position, which means that you will be eligible for overtime time pay for hours worked in excess of 40 in a given workweek. Essential Functions Staff Supervision Participates in subordinate coaching, counseling, disciplinary procedures, and cross training of employees. Participates in interviews, hiring, training, scheduling and providing daily supervision to student, union, student manager, temporary and casual employees. Participates in subordinate performance evaluations and completion of all new hire orientations and training manuals. Participates or conducts in student, student manager and union meetings on a scheduled bases. Oversees or participates in supervision of student managers and the student manager training program. Conducts or delegates daily pre-service. Communicates all cleaning projects to staff. Conducts line checks and manual station inspections. Service Management Conducts line checks and manual station inspections. Actively solicits customer input by participating in table visits and meeting the managers. Interacts with customers, adheres to and executes all customer service programs, and handles and provides resolution to customer complaints. Administrative Management Maintains schedules in payroll/time and attendance system, creates/maintains schedules in terms of request for days off, substitutions, dropping/filling shifts. Oversees student manager program - keeping track of attendance issues for student employees in terms of progressive disciplinary actions. Maintains and updates unit checklists for all stations and employees. Maintains micros system or operating system for the unit. Awareness and basic knowledge of profit and loss summary. Follows budgetary guidelines for food and labor costs. Preparation of accounts payable, sales and guest count tally sheets, cash reports, payroll and other financial and operational statement as assigned. Production Management Assures efficiency in ordering, receiving and storage process for the unit. Provides leadership for the development of menu concepts and special promotions. Works with Unit Manager and Executive Chef to assure unit is aligned with company's culinary vision. Assures that menus, recipes, modifications/exceptions, and culinary initiatives are reviewed with the Unit Manager and Executive Chef for input and approval. Assures the excellence of all food production aspects including food presentation, safety and sanitation, recipe changes and product development, menu item pricing and market analysis, inventory, requisitions and transfers. Hands-on understanding of multi-unit operations. Service Management Establishes the customer service expectations for the unit including staff training, and processes to gather and respond to customer feedback (internal customer) and suggestions. Assures development and maintenance of appropriate signage for the unit. Education and Training Associate's degree or higher in food service or related field. Desired Qualifications Equivalent education/experience will substitute for minimum qualifications. 2 years progressively responsible experience managing a similar food service operation. Experience in a high volume food service establishment preferred. Work Environment The work environment can be loud and busy. There is exposure to kitchen hazards such as hot surfaces and liquids, sharp knives, and slippery falls. The position operates in a kitchen environment where the employee is frequently exposed to heat, steam, fire, and noise. Long, irregular working hours. Exposure to extreme temperatures in coolers and freezers. Physical and Mental Demands The position is very active and the employee must be able to stand and walk for a minimum of 8 hours. The employee is occasionally required to sit; climb or balance; stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl. While performing the duties of the job, the employee is regularly required to talk and hear. The position requires manual dexterity; auditory and visual skills; and the ability to follow written and oral instructions and procedures. The employee must have the ability to use hands to finger, manipulate fingers; and reach with hands and arms, to stir, measure, pour, cut, chop, dice, and decorate, etc The position requires working taste buds, ability to smell, feel with fingers and visually inspect, include close and distance vision. The employee must frequently lift and or move up to 25 lbs. and occasionally lift and or move up to 50 lbs. Valid driver's license and clean driving record required. Ability to demonstrate safe driving practices. Licensure/Certification ServSafe Certification Travel Travel between UB campuses may be required. May need to attend conferences and/or special events. Please note this job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties, or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. Duties, responsibilities, and activities may change at any time with or without notice. Employee Name: Employee Signature: Date: Campus Dining and Shops is committed to ensuring equal employment opportunities without regard to an individual's race, color, national origin, sex, religion, age, disability, gender, pregnancy, gender identity, gender expression, sexual orientation, predisposing genetic characteristics, marital status, familial status, veteran status, military status, domestic violence victim status, or criminal conviction status. Employees, students, applicants or other members of the University community (including but not limited to vendors, visitors, and guests) may not be subjected to harassment that is prohibited by law or treated adversely based upon a protected characteristic. Campus Dining and Shops policy is in accordance with federal and state laws and regulations prohibiting discrimination and harassment. These laws include the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA), Section 504 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973, Title IX of the Education Amendments of 1972, Title VII of the Civil Rights Act of 1964 as Amended by the Equal Employment Opportunity Act of 1972, and the New York State Human Rights Law. These laws prohibit discrimination and harassment, including sexual harassment and sexual violence.
Position Information Classification Title Public Service Professional AC FLSA Faculty Rank Public Service Assistant Contract Type Fiscal (12 mo.) Tenure Status Non-Tenure Track Minimum Qualifications Master's degree in higher education, business administration, public administration, hospitality, or related field is required. Position Summary The University of Georgia Center for Continuing Education and Hotel is seeking a Deputy Director. This position direct reports to the Director of the Georgia Center and is a senior management position in the Georgia Center organization. This individual is an energetic and enthusiastic leader with a successful and progressive record of administrative leadership in higher education and business. The Deputy Director manages the hospitality and operations of the conference center, hotel, and amenities along with marketing and communications for the Georgia Center. The Deputy Director assists the director with the development and execution of operational policies for the Georgia Center and serves as back-up to the director. Additional Requirements The successful candidate should meet the criteria for a public service appointment. Relevant/Preferred Education, Experience, Licensure, and/or Certification A terminal degree is preferred. The position requires a strong knowledge and background in higher education, a working knowledge of hospitality management, and background in business operations. Proficiency in managing staff, knowledge of scholarship, and managing/administering contracts/grants projects is preferred. Preferred Knowledge, Skills, Abilities and/or Competencies Knowledge in the field of higher education administration and public administration or hospitality. Knowledge of higher education budget management and strong fiscal management Knowledge, skills, and abilities in: Managing complex projects including delegation and making decisions with resources and information available at the time. Providing supervision, decision making, delegation, communication (written and oral), organization, planning, problem solving, leadership skills Communicating effectively by writing, telephone and personal meeting situations Being organized, honest, and working well with others, and have an approachable personality. Working independently and efficiently. Encouraging, leading, and managing a team by example Ability to manage frequent change and embrace continuous process improvement. Ability to operate with confidentiality and discretion. Guests deserve privacy and respect whether in hotel or in conference center. Ability to envision and develop a spirit of customer service excellence across all areas. Ability to lead and manage change across the units (example: new technology selection/deployment; change in user experience; innovations in group bookings) Ability to represent director of Georgia Center in committees, meetings, as requested. Ability and desire to pursue external grant opportunities and to share scholarship as connected to the Georgia Center through collaborations with students/faculty/staff. Ability to write clearly and communicate to audiences on campus and with external customers. Ability to direct and review marketing and communications messages for brand alignment for UGA, PSO, and Georgia Center. Ability and confidence to make public presentations. Ability to work with a high level of creativity, enthusiasm, and flexibility. Physical Demands Ability to traverse the interior of the Georgia Center is required as part of daily inspections and rounds. Is this a Position of Trust? Yes Does this position have operation, access, or control of financial resources? Yes Does this position require a P-Card? No Is having a P-Card an essential function of this position? No Is driving a responsibility of this position? Yes Does this position have direct interaction or care of children under the age of 18 or direct patient care? No Does this position have Security Access (e.g., public safety, IT security, personnel records, patient records, or access to chemicals and medications) Yes Credit and P-Card policy Be advised a credit check will be required for all positions with financial responsibilities. For additional information about the credit check criteria, visit the UGA Credit Background Check website. Duties/Responsibilities Duties/Responsibilities Manage the operations of the Georgia Center to include hotel, food & beverage, sales & event management, and marketing & communications. Manage the operations of a 300,000 sq. ft. conference center with a hotel and two restaurants situated on the campus of the University of Georgia that serves as a gateway for guests to the university. Revenue in FY24 is $24M. Drive business strategies that show a return on investment and increase space utilization across the Georgia Center's physical assets. Effectively control costs and generate revenues to exceed budgeted bottom line expectations. Commit to hospitality as a service to guests visiting the University of Georgia or engaging in campus activities. Model an entrepreneurial spirit focused on delivering a high-quality experience through service and facilities. Develop and collaborate on an annual business plan for operations. Percentage Of Time 40 Duties/Responsibilities Lead a workforce to execute excellence and promote success of the entire Georgia Center including a strong retention, recruitment, and training culture and plans. Lead a workforce to execute outstanding client work with high levels of customer service, engagement, and excellence across all elements of the center by developing teams to promote success of the entire Georgia Center property. Develop and mentor effective team members to achieve both professional and personal growth. Manage manager of hotel, food and beverage, sales and event management, and marketing and communications. These four (4) managers engage a workforce of 150 FTE and 250 part-time or temporary employees. Develop a strong talent pipeline through recruitment, retention, training, and development to meet organizational goals and strategies. Percentage Of Time 20 Duties/Responsibilities Create and direct engagement with internships and student experiences, connecting UGA Hospitality and Food Industry Management students to serve in various departmental/divisional areas. Collaborate with UGA faculty on classroom student engagement or experiences that enhance instruction. Manage graduate research assistantship(s) in conference center to generate additional research, evaluation, and scholarship to inform business practice and external grant applications. Percentage Of Time 10 Duties/Responsibilities Direct evaluation of services to guide business planning and inform research. Percentage Of Time 10 Duties/Responsibilities Engage with UGA's public service mission and desire to serve the state of Georgia through experiences created at the Georgia Center and through collaborative grant opportunities. Commit to service in higher education administration for campus partnerships, assistance, engagement, and communication. Percentage Of Time 10 Duties/Responsibilities Engage in scholarship around the business operations of the Georgia Center and manage graduate research assistantship(s) to generate additional research, evaluation, and scholarship to inform business practice and external grant applications. Percentage Of Time 10 Posting Specific Questions Required fields are indicated with an asterisk ( ). How did you hear about this job opportunity at the Georgia Center for Continuing Education and Hotel? UGA Jobs Georgia Center Employment Page Georgia Center Talent Recruitment Brochure Indeed hCareers LinkedIn Facebook Department of Labor Goodwill From a current UGA employee Other Applicant Documents Required Documents Resume/CV Cover Letter Optional Documents Persons needing accommodations or assistance with the accessibility of materials related to this search are encouraged to contact University HR (). The University of Georgia is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, ethnicity, age, genetic information, disability, gender identity, sexual orientation or protected veteran status.
Apr 08, 2024
Full time
Position Information Classification Title Public Service Professional AC FLSA Faculty Rank Public Service Assistant Contract Type Fiscal (12 mo.) Tenure Status Non-Tenure Track Minimum Qualifications Master's degree in higher education, business administration, public administration, hospitality, or related field is required. Position Summary The University of Georgia Center for Continuing Education and Hotel is seeking a Deputy Director. This position direct reports to the Director of the Georgia Center and is a senior management position in the Georgia Center organization. This individual is an energetic and enthusiastic leader with a successful and progressive record of administrative leadership in higher education and business. The Deputy Director manages the hospitality and operations of the conference center, hotel, and amenities along with marketing and communications for the Georgia Center. The Deputy Director assists the director with the development and execution of operational policies for the Georgia Center and serves as back-up to the director. Additional Requirements The successful candidate should meet the criteria for a public service appointment. Relevant/Preferred Education, Experience, Licensure, and/or Certification A terminal degree is preferred. The position requires a strong knowledge and background in higher education, a working knowledge of hospitality management, and background in business operations. Proficiency in managing staff, knowledge of scholarship, and managing/administering contracts/grants projects is preferred. Preferred Knowledge, Skills, Abilities and/or Competencies Knowledge in the field of higher education administration and public administration or hospitality. Knowledge of higher education budget management and strong fiscal management Knowledge, skills, and abilities in: Managing complex projects including delegation and making decisions with resources and information available at the time. Providing supervision, decision making, delegation, communication (written and oral), organization, planning, problem solving, leadership skills Communicating effectively by writing, telephone and personal meeting situations Being organized, honest, and working well with others, and have an approachable personality. Working independently and efficiently. Encouraging, leading, and managing a team by example Ability to manage frequent change and embrace continuous process improvement. Ability to operate with confidentiality and discretion. Guests deserve privacy and respect whether in hotel or in conference center. Ability to envision and develop a spirit of customer service excellence across all areas. Ability to lead and manage change across the units (example: new technology selection/deployment; change in user experience; innovations in group bookings) Ability to represent director of Georgia Center in committees, meetings, as requested. Ability and desire to pursue external grant opportunities and to share scholarship as connected to the Georgia Center through collaborations with students/faculty/staff. Ability to write clearly and communicate to audiences on campus and with external customers. Ability to direct and review marketing and communications messages for brand alignment for UGA, PSO, and Georgia Center. Ability and confidence to make public presentations. Ability to work with a high level of creativity, enthusiasm, and flexibility. Physical Demands Ability to traverse the interior of the Georgia Center is required as part of daily inspections and rounds. Is this a Position of Trust? Yes Does this position have operation, access, or control of financial resources? Yes Does this position require a P-Card? No Is having a P-Card an essential function of this position? No Is driving a responsibility of this position? Yes Does this position have direct interaction or care of children under the age of 18 or direct patient care? No Does this position have Security Access (e.g., public safety, IT security, personnel records, patient records, or access to chemicals and medications) Yes Credit and P-Card policy Be advised a credit check will be required for all positions with financial responsibilities. For additional information about the credit check criteria, visit the UGA Credit Background Check website. Duties/Responsibilities Duties/Responsibilities Manage the operations of the Georgia Center to include hotel, food & beverage, sales & event management, and marketing & communications. Manage the operations of a 300,000 sq. ft. conference center with a hotel and two restaurants situated on the campus of the University of Georgia that serves as a gateway for guests to the university. Revenue in FY24 is $24M. Drive business strategies that show a return on investment and increase space utilization across the Georgia Center's physical assets. Effectively control costs and generate revenues to exceed budgeted bottom line expectations. Commit to hospitality as a service to guests visiting the University of Georgia or engaging in campus activities. Model an entrepreneurial spirit focused on delivering a high-quality experience through service and facilities. Develop and collaborate on an annual business plan for operations. Percentage Of Time 40 Duties/Responsibilities Lead a workforce to execute excellence and promote success of the entire Georgia Center including a strong retention, recruitment, and training culture and plans. Lead a workforce to execute outstanding client work with high levels of customer service, engagement, and excellence across all elements of the center by developing teams to promote success of the entire Georgia Center property. Develop and mentor effective team members to achieve both professional and personal growth. Manage manager of hotel, food and beverage, sales and event management, and marketing and communications. These four (4) managers engage a workforce of 150 FTE and 250 part-time or temporary employees. Develop a strong talent pipeline through recruitment, retention, training, and development to meet organizational goals and strategies. Percentage Of Time 20 Duties/Responsibilities Create and direct engagement with internships and student experiences, connecting UGA Hospitality and Food Industry Management students to serve in various departmental/divisional areas. Collaborate with UGA faculty on classroom student engagement or experiences that enhance instruction. Manage graduate research assistantship(s) in conference center to generate additional research, evaluation, and scholarship to inform business practice and external grant applications. Percentage Of Time 10 Duties/Responsibilities Direct evaluation of services to guide business planning and inform research. Percentage Of Time 10 Duties/Responsibilities Engage with UGA's public service mission and desire to serve the state of Georgia through experiences created at the Georgia Center and through collaborative grant opportunities. Commit to service in higher education administration for campus partnerships, assistance, engagement, and communication. Percentage Of Time 10 Duties/Responsibilities Engage in scholarship around the business operations of the Georgia Center and manage graduate research assistantship(s) to generate additional research, evaluation, and scholarship to inform business practice and external grant applications. Percentage Of Time 10 Posting Specific Questions Required fields are indicated with an asterisk ( ). How did you hear about this job opportunity at the Georgia Center for Continuing Education and Hotel? UGA Jobs Georgia Center Employment Page Georgia Center Talent Recruitment Brochure Indeed hCareers LinkedIn Facebook Department of Labor Goodwill From a current UGA employee Other Applicant Documents Required Documents Resume/CV Cover Letter Optional Documents Persons needing accommodations or assistance with the accessibility of materials related to this search are encouraged to contact University HR (). The University of Georgia is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, ethnicity, age, genetic information, disability, gender identity, sexual orientation or protected veteran status.