Kitchen Manager, Sewanee Dining
Salary
Depends on Qualifications
Location
Sewanee, TN
Job Type
Staff Full-Time
Job Number
202100531
Division
Finance & Treasurer
Department
Business Services - Sewanee Dining - McClurg
Opening Date
07/09/2026
Position Overview
Primary Function:
With guidance from the Assistant VP, Dining Services, and the Executive Chef, the Kitchen Manager leads all aspects of food production, food safety, food quality, and the daily supervision and direction of the culinary/production staff. This position works with considerable independence and self-direction. Only the general direction and scope of the work to be accomplished are discussed with the supervisor.
Opportunities for Leadership:
This position will directly supervise kitchen staff positions
Position Appointment Details:
Position Description
Typical Duties & Responsibilities:
Report to work consistently and on time; regular attendance is required, and all hours must be accurately recorded in the University's electronic timekeeping system.
Assists the Executive Chef with food production planning and record keeping, product quality, inventory management, and staffing.
Supports the Executive Chef in maintaining food and other kitchen production costs consistent with budgets
Ensures and enforces University Policy and Sewanee Dining Standards of Operation
Works alongside day and night shifts to provide guidance and instruction.
Along with the Procurement Coordinator and the Executive Chef, oversees Ordering, Receiving, and Production for Sewanee Dining.
May be called upon to plug gaps in scheduling or labor shortages
Assist the Executive Chef in placing orders with all vendors.
Manages Receiving to ensure food is received, organized, and accounted for properly.
Manages inventory through labeling and corralling food for BOH, FOH, and Catering.
Ensures that all storage areas are clean, organized, and rotated
Notify the Executive Chef or another manager if there are problems with stock levels of any item.
Report ordering inconsistencies to the Executive Chef or Assistant VP, Dining Services
Assist the Executive Chef in managing the National Purchasing Program.
Organize and maintain Production systems under the guidance of the Executive Chef.
May participate in menu development.
Ensure proper volume, quality, and consistency of all foods served
Develop, supervise, train, and provide instruction to the culinary staff continually
Ensure that culinary equipment is maintained and properly operated
Develop a safe work environment and culture with process accountability to ensure workplace safety and minimize work-related injuries.
Ensure that food safety and sanitation (HACCP) standards are followed and maintained
Work with the Executive Chef to establish employee work schedules in food preparation areas
Support oversight of catered/special events and participate in demonstration cooking/service
Other duties as assigned
Machines & Equipment Used:
Judgment Required:
Judgment and discretion as to the use of established policies are required to perform the essential duties of this position.
Personal Interaction/Communications:
Student Contact:
Regular interaction with student diners and other members of the campus community, including guests and alumni
Internal (Operations Committee, Faculty, Administrative department heads)
Periodic to regular interaction with Facilities Management on kitchen facility-related repair and maintenance, etc.
External (Regents & Trustees, government officials or agencies, visitors, parents, other institutions, colleges, companies, suppliers)
Periodic interaction with campus administration and departments. Potentially regular interaction with suppliers, peers at other universities, the health department, and other officials.
Attributes of a Successful Candidate
Education:
High school diploma or equivalent required.
Culinary degree preferred.
Experience:
7-9 years of kitchen experience, including culinary personnel.
Job-Related Skills:
Accomplished knife skills and food production systems
Word, Excel, Google Docs
Licenses/Certifications:
ServSafe Certified
Supplemental Information
Confidential Information:
Related personnel information.
Working Environment:
Hot cooking equipment, cold storage, institutional production equipment, and other work-related conditions common to high-volume kitchen production.
Physical Requirements:
Any additional requirements specific to this position:
Dining Hall Closures: The dining hall periodically closes for scheduled shutdowns. Employees are expected to follow any modified schedules or assignments during these periods.
Attendance and Time Tracking: Regular attendance is required, and all hours must be accurately recorded in the University's electronic timekeeping system.
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The University of the South, familiarly known as "Sewanee," is home to a nationally recognized College of Arts and Sciences and a School of Theology. Sewanee is distinguished by its dedication to cultivate academic excellence, community values, and environmental stewardship that produces informed, self-aware, and participatory citizens for our democracy and servant-leaders for the world. Nestled on 13,000 acres atop Tennessee's Cumberland Plateau, the University offers both a uniquely beautiful setting and convenient access to nearby cities-Chattanooga, Nashville, and Huntsville. The University is affiliated with the Episcopal Church and seeks to be a place where individuals from a variety of backgrounds and experiences find support, opportunity, and purpose.
Support in the Hiring Process
If you have questions about a position or need assistance filing an application, or if you are a person with a disability and would like to request an accommodation in the application and interview process, please contact Human Resources at 931.598.1381 or hr@sewanee.edu.
Equal Employment Opportunity
The University of the South is an equal-opportunity institution, dedicated to treating all applicants fairly and fostering a welcoming environment for employees and students alike.
University Benefits
Employer University of the South
Address 735 University Avenue
Sewanee, Tennessee, 37383
Phone 9315981381
Website https://new.sewanee.edu/hr/