Dining Operations Administrator

University of Vermont, United States

Updated: about 1 month ago
Location: Burlington, VERMONT
Deadline: ;

Position Details
Position Details


Advertising/Posting Title Dining Operations Administrator
Diversity Statement The University is especially interested in candidates who can contribute to the diversity and excellence of the institution. Applicants are required to include in their cover letter information about how they will further this goal.
Posting Summary
Provide oversight for UVM Dining’s operations and the contracted relationship with the University’s primary food service provider, which provides the residential student dining program, catering services, retail dining operations, concessions, and beverage vending. Serve as the primary point-of-contact and liaison between vendors and internal service providers, facilitating smooth operations and compliance with all regulatory requirements and contractual obligations. Manage dining-related facilities projects, strategic initiatives, and an annual budget of over $30 million. Participate in capital and strategic planning processes and procedures. Collaborate with and facilitate strong relationships and alignment with campus partners across a range of initiatives and priorities including but not limited to innovations in dining and campus-based hospitality services; sustainability; diversity, inclusion and belonging; health and wellness; student and community engagement; food insecurity. Chair and convene advisory boards and participate in working groups representing UVM Dining and food services.
Minimum Qualifications (or equivalent combination of education and experience)
Bachelor’s degree or equivalent combination of education and work experience. Five years of progressive related experience including hospitality management, vendor relations, contract negotiations. Effective written and verbal communication skills required. Effective organizational skills and ability to think critically, plan effectively, and problem solve required. Must be proficient with standard office technologies and relevant software including word processing, spreadsheets, and collaborative file management. Knowledge of food safety and food quality standards.
Desirable Qualifications
Master’s in business or hospitality management. Experience in a university, multi-unit, or large-scale hospitality setting. Project management certification.
Other Information
Global Hospitality is assisting the University of Vermont in this search, which will remain open until an appointment is made. Applications and inquiries are being accepted here .
Special Conditions Bargaining unit position, External candidates must complete a 4-month probationary period, Occasional evening and/or weekends required (if non-exempt position, may result in overtime), A probationary period may be required for current UVM employees, This position is ineligible for telework due to the essential functions, Background Check required for this position
FLSA Exempt
Payband Max (Represents full-time (12 months, 1.0 FTE) equivalent salary. Must be prorated for jobs less than 12 months or 1.0FTE (Salary/12 x # of months x FTE)) 105100.00
Payband Min (Represents full-time (12 months, 1.0 FTE) equivalent salary. Must be prorated for jobs less than 12 months or 1.0FTE (Salary/12 x # of months x FTE)) 55300.00
Staff Hiring Band Hiring salary budgeted at mid to high end of pay band
Union Position Yes, UVMSU ($20 minimum hourly rate)

Posting Details

Position will be posted for a minimum of one week, after which it is subject to removal without notice.


Job Open Date 03/18/2024
Job Close Date (Jobs close at 11:59 PM EST.)
Open Until Filled No

Position Information


Position Title Administrative Professional Sr
Posting Number S4960PO
Department VPSA & Dean of Students Ofc/30400
Position Number 00026818
Employee FTE 1.0
Employee Term 12

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