Primary Function: Leads a high‑performing catering and bar operation, driving innovative menu development, smart pricing strategies, and exceptional service standards; champions the planning and execution of memorable catered experiences for on‑ and off‑campus clients, ensuring every detail is delivered flawlessly and continuously elevating quality through proactive customer feedback; oversees the fast‑paced daily operations of the central bakery and commissary, ensuring top‑tier production and seamless distribution to dining centers, retail locations, and catered events; leverages FoodPro and related systems to optimize resources, streamline processes, and maintain strong cost controls; provides inspiring leadership to staff through coaching, scheduling, performance oversight, and active involvement in hiring; and plays a key role in strategic planning and budgeting for catering, the central bakery, and the commissary, shaping how these units support and advance the mission of Dining Services.

Required Minimum Qualifications: Bachelor's degree in hotel, restaurant and institutional management (HRIM), event planning, business or related field; at least three years of food service experience; supervisory experience; and ServSafe, ServSafe Alcohol, and Allergen Training certifications or ability to obtain certifications within nine months of hire required. Regular work performed outside of normal work hours (evenings and weekends), and occasional travel will be necessary.

Preferred Qualifications: Demonstrated knowledge of culinary terms and food production techniques; experience in the development of menus and food preparation procedures; analytical and organizational skills; ability to work independently as well as in a team environment; proficiency with Windows-based PCs and food production systems; excellent interpersonal skills; and excellent oral and written communication skills preferred.

Application Instructions: All application materials received by May 13, 2026, will be given full consideration. To apply for this position, please click on “Apply” and complete the Employment Application. The following materials must be attached when applying:
1) Resume
2) Cover Letter

You will be presented with the opportunity to attach multiple documents when completing the application. Before submitting your online job application, ensure that ALL required materials listed above have been uploaded. Once your job application has been submitted, you cannot make changes. If you have questions regarding this application process, please email careers-support@uni.edu or call 319-273-2422.

UNI is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer. The University encourages applications from persons of color, women, individuals living with disabilities, and protected veterans. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to age, color, creed, disability, ethnicity, genetic information, marital status, national origin, political affiliation, pregnancy, race, religion, sex, sexual orientation, veteran or military status, or on any other basis protected by federal and/or state law.

The University offers an excellent benefits package including a vacation plan, employer sponsored retirement plans, health and dental insurance, and life and disability insurance. Benefits package details can be viewed at https://careers.uni.edu/benefits. Application materials received by 05/13/2026 will be given first consideration. For more information or to apply, visit https://careers.uni.edu/. Criminal and other relevant background checks required. UNI is a tobacco free campus.