Culinary and Operations Manager - Tiger Cooler

About Occidental College

Founded in 1887, Occidental is a nationally recognized, private college of the liberal arts and sciences, dedicated to providing a gifted and diverse group of students with a total educational experience of the highest quality -- one that prepares them for leadership in an increasingly complex, interdependent and pluralistic world.

Job Summary

Reporting to the Associate Director, Campus Dining, the Culinary and Operations Manager is responsible for the overall culinary leadership, daily management, and operational performance of Tiger Cooler, one of the College’s most visible dining venues. The Manager directs back-of-house operations and provides venue leadership to support service standards, staff accountability, food quality, labor management, and operational continuity.

Job Duties

• 30% - Directs the overall culinary and operational performance of Tiger Cooler.
• 25% - Directly supervises back-of-house staff and supervisory personnel.
• 15% - Develops staffing plans and manages back-of-house schedules.
• 15% - Oversee food ordering, inventory practices, product utilization, and related cost-control systems.
• 10% - Establishes and reinforces standards for food safety, sanitation, workplace safety, organization, and regulatory compliance.
• 5% - Maintains an active leadership presence in the venue to oversee operations.

Minimum Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• ServSafe Manager certification.
• Three years of experience in food service, culinary operations, or retail dining operations, including supervising staff.

Preferred Qualifications

• Degree in culinary arts or a related field.
• Experience leading back-of-house operations.
• Experience in college or university dining.