Memorial Union Catering General Manager

Under the general supervision of the Catering Operations Director, this position provides management of on and off site catered events for Memorial Union, while supporting Union South and other Wisconsin Union and Campus buildings. Receptions range from 10 to 1500 guests, with ballrooms and multiple event spaces, with up to 800 patrons for a single banquet. Provide supervision of permanent staff and part time staff. Assist to develop food, wage and material costs for a budget of approximately $3 million.

• 35% Provides operational guidance for food service activities, identifies, develops, facilitates staff training opportunities, and/or supervises dining staff
• 15% Plans and directs staff implementation of operating policies and procedures to ensure adherence to safe food quality, handling, and sanitation processes and procedures
• 10% Monitors the unit budget and approves expenditures
• 10% Tracks and forecasts inventory levels and places replenishment orders
• 20% Directs and provides exceptional customer service, answers questions, and provides information regarding food preparation and associated activities
• 10% Develops staff resources, menus, and communication plans based on established goals

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Preferred
Associate's Degree

2 years supervisory experience in Hospitality Industry (Required)
6 months experience training and supervising full and part-time staff. (Required)
Experience with banquet event software. (Preferred)
Experience creating staffing schedules. (Preferred)

Preferred
Drivers License - Valid and Meets UW Risk Management Standards

Preferred
ServSafe Certification
Able to obtain within 6 months

Full Time: 100%

It is anticipated this position requires work be performed in-person, onsite, at the Memorial Union Building.

Ongoing/Renewable

Minimum $65,000 ANNUAL (12 months)
Depending on Qualifications
The annual salary of $65,000 is the anticipated starting salary for any candidate who is hired for this position.

This is a full-time appointment. This position offers a comprehensive benefits package, including generous paid time off (with up to 5 weeks paid vacation per year), competitively priced health/dental/vision/life insurance, tax-advantaged savings accounts, and participation in the nationally recognized Wisconsin Retirement System (WRS) pension fund.

Memorial Union Catering operations generally pause during the last week in December through the first few weeks in January, offering an ideal opportunity for employees to use their allocated paid time off.
For a summary of benefits, please see https://www.wisconsin.edu/ohrwd/benefits/download/fasl.pdf.

The Wisconsin Union operates from several buildings on the UW-Madison campus including Memorial Union, Union South, Fluno Center, Pyle Center, University Club, Red Gym, and the Student Activity Center. The Wisconsin Union is a financially self-supporting division of the University of Wisconsin-Madison. Financial support for the organization is provided by income earned by over thirty food service units and a variety of nonfood units such as games, guest rooms, space rentals and campus vending. Substantial support is also provided by student fees. The total annual organizational budget is approximately $60 million dollars.

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To apply for this position, please click on the "Apply Now" button. You will be asked to upload a resume and cover letter as a part of the application process. Please outline your relevant work experience as it relates to the qualifications. Be as specific as possible when detailing your work experience.

Ben Clark
ben.clark@wisc.edu
608-262-1847
Relay Access (WTRS): 7-1-1. See RELAY_SERVICE for further information.

Food Service Manager(DS012)

A96-WISCONSIN UNION/CATER&CONF/ MU CATERNG

Academic Staff-Renewable

309461-AS