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Georgia Southern University lists this Assistant Director of Dining Operations opportunity in statesboro, Georgia. Review the employer’s description below for duties, qualifications and application requirements.
Job description
Assistant Director of Dining Operations
Job ID:
Location: Statesboro, Georgia
Full/Part Time: Full Time
Regular/Temporary: Regular
About Us
Georgia Southern University is the state's largest and mostcomprehensive center of higher education south of Atlanta. Withnearly 150 degree programs at the bachelor's, master's and doctorallevels, Georgia Southern has been designated a Carnegie Doctoral/R2"high research" university and serves more than 29,500 studentsfrom all 50 states, Washington, D.C., Puerto Rico, and more than100 countries.
With four vibrant campuses - the Statesboro Campus, theArmstrong Campus in Savannah, the Liberty Campus in Hinesville, andthe East Georgia Campus in Swainsboro - Georgia Southern offers adynamic environment that encourages learning, discovery andpersonal growth. The University is accredited by the SouthernAssociation of Colleges and Schools and has earned specializedaccreditation from numerous professional and academic associationsthat set standards in their respective fields.
Georgia Southern is an influencer and intellectual catalyst insoutheast Georgia, a rapidly expanding region that is home tointernational companies such as Hyundai, Gulfstream and JCB, aswell as the Port of Savannah and Georgia Ports Authority. With afocus on hands-on learning, Georgia Southern is supporting thedemand for highly skilled workers by providing academic excellenceand creative innovation in a supportive, student-centeredenvironment that empowers the next generation of leaders tosucceed.
Beyond an ideal location, there is a place for you to work in anexciting environment abounding with opportunities for personal andprofessional growth. Named one of the Best U.S. Colleges by TheWall Street Journal, Georgia Southern is nationally recognized forthe caliber of its academic programs and student experience.Georgia Southern University has also been recognized by Forbes asone of "America's Best-In-State Employers" for 2025.
Location
Statesboro Campus - Statesboro, GA
Department Information
Eagle Dining Services
Job Summary
As the Assistant Director of Dining Operations for StatesboroCampus for Eagle Dining Services, you will provide strategic andoperational leadership across residential dining and retailoperations, ensuring consistent execution, financial performance,and exceptional student experiences. You will lead managers,supervisors, and culinary teams in daily operations, staffing,service standards, and continuous improvement while driving revenuegrowth, operational efficiency, brand consistency, and alignmentwith departmental goals and student expectations.
Responsibilities
Provide strategic leadership for residential dining and retailoperations, ensuring operational excellence, financial performance,brand standards, and a strong student experience
Partner with Culinary and Marketing teams to develop menus,promotions, and concepts that increase engagement, traffic, andrevenue
Lead the recruitment, training, coaching, and development ofmanagers and staff while fostering accountability, serviceexcellence, and continuous improvement
Oversee budgets, labor, key performance metrics, andoperational strategies to improve efficiency, control costs, andmaximize financial performance
Ensure compliance with food safety, sanitation, universitystandards, and brand requirements while maintaining consistentquality and service across all locations
Build strong campus and vendor partnerships while identifyingstaffing needs, developing talent pipelines, and supportinglong-term operational growth
Required Qualifications
Educational Requirements
Associate's Degree and Seven (7) or more years of relatedexperience in food service operation OR Bachelor's Degree and Five(5) or more years of food management experience in restaurants,hotels, corporate dining, education military, health care, and/orrelated food service operations
Required Experience
2 to 4 years of supervisory experience
Preferred Qualifications
Preferred Educational Qualifications
Degree in culinary arts, restaurant/hotel management, businessadministration
Proposed Salary
$55,126 - $70,307
This is an exempt position paid on a monthlybasis.
Required Documents to Attach
Resume
Cover Letter
Two (2) Professional References
Knowledge, Skills, & Abilities
ABILITIES
Consistently exhibit engaging customer service
Ability to support various constituencies served by theUniversity
Proven proficiency with computers including Microsoft Office,Google, and/or applications as required for specific position
KNOWLEDGE
Adhere to University policies and procedures to meetInstitutional goals and support University's mission for studentsuccess
Keen knowledge of sanitation regulations
Knowledge of methods and practices of food preparation,service, and equipment
Knowledge of use of food service equipment
Understanding of portion control
SKILLS
Effective communication (verbal and written), organizationaland human relations skills
Strong analytical and critical thinking skills
Strong leadership and communications skills
Apply Before Date
October 12, 2026
Application review may begin on September 3,2026.
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Worksite address
statesboro, GA, 30458, US
Who can apply
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