IFMA Foodverse

Scheduled Hours

37.5

Position Summary

The Menu Management Specialist will have primary responsibility for the Dining Services menu management system. This position will be responsible for ensuring that all menus, recipes, ingredients, products and order guides are correct and providing correct information to the culinary team as well as the campus community. The Menu Management Specialist will collaborate closely with the System Analyst, Procurement Specialist, Director of Nutrition & Dietary Wellness, Registered Dietitians, and the campus culinary team to ensure the menu management system is maintained and serving all groups as needed.

Job Description

Primary Duties & Responsibilities

• Manage the menu management system including all data, users and training. Oversee all data in the system to ensure accuracy and take necessary actions when information needs corrections.
• Supervise and manage the Research and Development RD Chef for the testing of new products, recipes, and menu items.
• Collaborate with nutrition, culinary & unit management teams for reporting needs, menu and recipe review.   
• Collaborate with System Analyst to ensure system is updated and being used to its full effect.   
• Collaborate with Food Production Manager, Menu Management Coordinator and campus chefs to ensure purchasing needs, orders and products are available and ordered as needed.
• Actively contribute to the team by performing other duties as needed in support of the departmentâ™s mission and goals.

Preferred Qualifications

• Masterâ™s Degree in science, nutrition or related field.
• Credentialed Registered Dietitian (RD) by the Commission on Dietetic Registration (CDR) Experience working in education.
• Experience with nutrition, allergens, and recipes.
• Previous experience purchasing in a foodservice environment.
• Experience issuing RFPâ™s for a wide variety of products.
• Experience working in a University Foodservice environment.
• Experience utilizing enterprise level food management and POS systems.
• Experience in using foodservice technology including mobile ordering platforms.
• Previous experience with a variety of concept types including c-store and coffee shops.
• Ability to work independently, be highly motivated and work with minimal supervision.
• Ability to manage multiple priority projects and workflows.
• Experienced in public speaking, with strong communication skills.
• Exhibit superior organizational skills.
• Work collaboratively in a team setting, strong sense of teamwork.
• Excellent written, verbal, and customer service skills.
• Ability to work with a diverse population of faculty, staff, students, parents, and guests.
• Ability to effectively communicate and lead discussions with department staff, campus partners, and customers.
• Proficient in software/program skills- Microsoft office suite, survey tools, social media platforms, and WordPress.
• Effective time management and problem solvers.
• Quickly adapt to changing priorities.
• Comfortably with conflict management and resolution.
• Creative and forward thinking.

Required Qualifications

• Bachelorâ™s degree.
• Three years of experience in culinary or food service, database and food service system management, or other related field or equivalent education and experience.
• ServSafe Manager Certification or equivalent, within 90 days of hire.

Grade

G10

Salary Range

$47,300.00 - $78,200.00 / Annually

The salary range reflects base salaries paid for positions in a given job grade across the University. Individual rates within the range will be determined by factors including one's qualifications and performance, equity with others in the department, market rates for positions within the same grade and department budget.

Accommodation

If you are unable to use our online application system and would like an accommodation, please email CandidateQuestions@wustl.edu or call the dedicated accommodation inquiry number at 314-935-1149 and leave a voicemail with the nature of your request.

Pre-Employment Screening

All external candidates receiving an offer for employment will be required to submit to pre-employment screening for this position. The screenings will include criminal background check and, as applicable for the position, other background checks, drug screen, an employment and education or licensure/certification verification, physical examination, certain vaccinations and/or governmental registry checks. All offers are contingent upon successful completion of required screening.

Benefits Statement

Washington University in St. Louis is committed to providing a comprehensive and competitive benefits package to our employees. Benefits eligibility is subject to employment status, full-time equivalent (FTE) workload, and weekly standard hours. Please visit our website at https://hr.wustl.edu/benefits/ to view a summary of benefits.

EEO/AA Statement

Washington University in St. Louis is committed to the principles and practices of equal employment opportunity and especially encourages applications by those from underrepresented groups. It is the Universityâ™s policy to provide equal opportunity and access to persons in all job titles without regard to race, ethnicity, color, national origin, age, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, disability, protected veteran status, or genetic information.

Diversity Statement

Washington University is dedicated to building a diverse community of individuals who are committed to contributing to an inclusive environment â“ fostering respect for all and welcoming individuals from diverse backgrounds, experiences and perspectives. Individuals with a commitment to these values are encouraged to apply.

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