Job Description

Position Title:

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Assistant Manager - Dining

Job Group:

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Professional & Scientific

Required Minimum Qualifications:

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High school diploma or equivalent and 5 years of related experience

Preferred Qualifications:

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ServSafe Certification




Prior Restaurant Management experience




Experience working in a special dietary needs kitchen or work

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Iowa State University Dining

is seeking an

Assistant Manager

to supervise and support food service operations. You'll manage daily tasks, ensure food safety, and oversee production while also

working alongside your team and jumping in as needed

. This hands-on role includes supervising staff, ordering supplies, maintaining inventory, and ensuring quality control in food production and service.


You'll assist with scheduling, training, and closing operations, helping ensure smooth transitions between meal periods. If you have prior kitchen experience, you'll quickly learn the tasks your team performs and be ready to jump in when needed, as well as train others on these procedures.

Schedule

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Days and hours are based on operational needs;

nights and weekends are required

. Schedules are reevaluated each semester.

What You'll Do

Supervise daily food service operations

to support quality, safety, and efficiency

Work alongside staff

during production and service, stepping in as needed

Support scheduling, training, and closing activities

to keep operations running smoothly

Oversee inventory and ordering

to support consistent service and production

Communicate with the team

to ensure smooth transitions between meal periods

What You'll Get

Insurance benefits beginning on your first day

, with timely enrollment

Competitive

retirement options

with substantial university contributions

Paid vacation, sick leave, and holiday pay

Tuition reimbursement

available after one year of employment

A collaborative, service-oriented workplace

dedicated to supporting students

More About ISU Dining

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Iowa State University Dining plays an important role in campus life, serving thousands of students, faculty, staff, and guests each day. The team focuses on quality food, strong service, and a supportive work environment where employees are encouraged to contribute and grow.

Watch Our Team in Action

Example of Duties

Supervises service delivery, training, safety, sanitation, facilities maintenance, marketing, and cash handling in order to meet departmental goals. Assists with the development of operational pricing and budgets to meet sales, budgetary, and financial targets. Supervises and participates in food production, including forecasting food ordering, food preparation, and food sanitation. Authorizes purchases and monitors inventory control procedures. Assists in the planning and execution of dining programs and participates in short and long-term strategic planning. Assists in creating and updating policies and procedures used by the department in order to assure compliance with university policies and State and Federal laws. Evaluates product offerings and selection to keep current with the popularity of items offered for sale. Markets the department and acts as the liaison for the department with various units, committees or task forces. Establishes and demonstrates a positive working relationship with vendors to develop product ordering, delivery, and stocking schedules. Researches, facilitates, and develops trainings and orientations for new staff.

Level Guidelines

Aware of key annual objectives of department or work unit Understands linkage between daily activities and achievement of annual objectives of department/work unit and explains to direct reports Focus on ISU's mission and meeting department or work unit goals Supervises a small department or work team Often is a working supervisor with direct, previous experience performing work of those supervised Has full management responsibility for direct reports, specifically the authority to hire, fire, and counsel; may share part of responsibility with higher level management Requests approval for financial actions beyond a limited scope per policy
Candidates must be legally authorized to work in the U.S. on an ongoing basis without sponsorship. Immigration sponsorship is not available for this position.

Appointment Type:

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Regular

Number of Months Employed Per Year:

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12 Month Work Period

Time Type:

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Full time

Pay Grade:

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PS806

Application Instructions:

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To apply for this position, please click on "Apply" and complete the Employment Application. Please be prepared to enter or attach the following:


Resume Cover Letter


If you have questions regarding this application process, please email employment@iastate.edu or call 515-294-4800 or Toll Free: 1-877-477-7485.

Why Choose ISU?

Iowa State Employees enjoy comprehensive health and work-life benefits, including medical and dental; as well as:


Retirement benefits including defined benefit and defined contribution plans Generous vacation, holiday and sick time and leave plans Onsite childcare (Ames, Iowa) Life insurance and long-term disability Flexible Spending Accounts Various voluntary benefits and discounts Employee Assistance Program Wellbeing program

Original Posting Date:

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December 17, 2025

Posting Close Date:

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January 4, 2026

Job Requisition Number:

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R18317