Associate Director of Culinary Innovation and Training
Vassar College
Poughkeepsie, NY
Full-time
Food Service
Posted on May 18, 2024
Vassar College
Associate Director of Culinary Innovation and Training
Department: Dining Services
Duration of Position: Full year / Full time
Work Schedule:
Employee Type: Administrator
Posting Date: 05/17/2024
Union Representation: Not Applicable
Posting Number: AS494P
Pay Rate:
Compensation: The starting annual base salary range for this position is $78,000-$90,000 (USD).
When extending an offer, Vassar College considers factors such as (but not limited to) scope and responsibilities of the position, candidate’s work experience, education/training, key skills, internal peer equity, budget, and other market and organizational considerations. The starting salary range represents the College’s good faith and reasonable estimate at the time of posting.
About Vassar College
Located in the scenic Mid-Hudson Valley, Vassar College is a highly selective, residential, coeducational liberal arts college. Vassar stands upon the homelands of the Munsee Lenape.Vassar College is deeply committed to increasing the diversity of the campus community and to promoting an environment of equality, inclusion, and respect for difference. The College is an Equal Opportunity and Affirmative Action employer, and especially welcomes applications from veterans, women, individuals with disabilities, and members of racial, ethnic, and other historically underrepresented groups.Vassar College is a smoke-free, tobacco-free campus.Vassar College offers a comprehensive benefits package for administrators which includes:22 vacation days for full time employees – prorated if not full time, unlimited paid personal and sick time for use at the supervisor’s approval.14 paid holidays per year which includes the week between Christmas and New Year’s Day.A choice of three health plans (EPO, PPO, High Deductible), Participation in FSA, Dependent Care, and Transit programs.Voluntary, employee paid dental insurance plan.Life Insurance and Voluntary Supplemental Life InsuranceEmployer paid short-term and long-term disability programs.403(b) defined contribution plan after one year of service. For more information, visit: https://offices.vassar.edu/human-resources/benefits-and-wellness/retirement/New hires will be automatically enrolled in the SRA at a 4% employee contribution per paycheck.Tuition benefits for undergraduate programs: Eligible after applicable waiting period. For more information, visit: https://offices.vassar.edu/human-resources/benefits-and-wellness/tuition/
Position Summary and Responsibilities
Reporting to the Director of Dining Services, the Associate Director of Culinary Innovation and Training provides direct, day-to-day operational and administrative oversight for culinary production at all dining locations throughout campus. The Associate Director assists with providing leadership and vision in the kitchen, with a particular emphasis on the daily operation and ongoing training and development of dining culinary staff. This position is a member of a management team expected to develop a successful plan for meeting or exceeding student expectations of an on-campus food service. Vassar College, in partnership with Bon Appetit, focuses on local and sustainable ingredients, healthy food options and cooking from scratch.
Responsibilities
- Work in partnership with the Bon Appetit team in regard to menus by recommending improvements to offerings. Participate in weekly production meetings.
- Supervise and evaluate the Dining Services Sous Chefs to effectively manage over 120 full and part time dining services unionized staff.
- Provide strategic vision, planning, and implementation for a student-centered campus dining program by seeking opportunities for growth and improvement in operations, stay informed on current trends in the food service industry, and incorporate new and innovative ideas. Design and implement a comprehensive training program.
- Strategically plan for fiscally sound operations, excellent customer service, and effective staff development.
- Directly responsible for quality improvement, sanitation, safety measures and all kitchen-related activities.
- Oversee catering and rollout of special events and culinary promotions needs and ensure production is scheduled to meet the needs.
- Design and provide training and leadership in understanding food allergies and diverse dietary requirements for religious, ADA, and nutritional needs.
Qualifications
Required
- 5 years of culinary management experience.
- Must have the ability to work with others and to take and give direction.
- Strong oral and written communication skills.
- Comfortable using technology to support operations including budgetary functions and accounting.
- Availability and flexibility to work evening and weekend hours year-round to support campus dining.
- Bachelor’s degree or higher with a culinary focus.
- Experience in higher education.
- Experience working with unionized staff.
- ServSafe Certification.
Special Instructions to Applicants
To complete your on-line application, you will be required to attach your resume, cover letter, and contact information for 3 professional references. All attachments must be in PDF format. Review of applications will begin immediately. If you have any questions, please contact Human Resources, 845-437-5820.
For full consideration applicants should apply by:
All applicants must apply online at: https://employment.vassar.edu/postings/3875.
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