Catlett Marketplace - Assistant Manager

University Housing & Dining is seeking to fill an Assistant Manager position in our Marketplace to ensure the quality and presentation of foods prepared and served within the University Housing Residential Dining Marketplaces and other areas of University Dining as assigned. In this role, responsibilities include but are not limited to ensuring the quality and presentation of foods prepared and served within the University Housing Residential Dining Market Places and other areas of University Dining as assigned. Additionally, you will be responsible for scheduling, training, supervising, and coordinating the work of assigned staff as well as performing administrative duties, including the oversight of inventory control related to operational production and product ordering. This role will also collaborate with the management team to coordinate special dinners and events.  This position will also be responsible for supporting and implementing the Iowa GROW program with student employees as a part of our commitment to student success.

Specific Tasks & Job Duties

• Oversee Food Preparation & Service — Ensures high‑quality production and presentation of menu items in a marketplace dining environment.

• Supervise & Develop Staff — Leads, trains, schedules, evaluates, and coaches full‑time and student employees.

• Coordinate Daily Operations — Manages workflow, assigns duties, and ensures smooth service throughout all operating hours