Food Service Supervisor

Housing and Dining Services seeks Food Service Supervisors (early and evening shifts) for the new Van Zile Dining Services in historic Van Zile Hall. Help launch a high-volume, student-focused dining operation and create exceptional campus dining ...

  • 521799
  • Manhattan, Kansas, United States
  • Department of Housing & Dining
  • Staff Full Time (USS)
  • Closing at: Jul 10 2026 - 23:55 CDT
  • On-site
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About This Role

Housing and Dining Services announces two Food Service Supervisor opportunities (early and evening shifts) at Van Zile Dining Services, located in the beautifully renovated historic Van Zile Hall. As part of a soon-to-open dining facility, you'll play a key role in creating another on-campus exceptional dining experience for students in a dynamic, customer focused, high volume environment. Join our award winning dining team and help launch an exciting new operation. Duties and responsibilities include:
• Oversee daily food preparation and production control, ensuring that menu items meet established standards for taste, presentation, and timeliness.
• Foster an environment of learning and growth through coaching, mentoring, and ongoing training that builds technical and teamwork skills.
• Ensure compliance with food safety and sanitation standards by implementing and monitoring safe food handling, allergen awareness, and proper equipment use.
• Collaborate with management and staff to plan production schedules, coordinate special events, and maintain open communication that supports smooth operations and a positive workplace culture.
• Demonstrate effective resource management through careful inventory oversight, waste reduction, and organized workflows that maximize productivity.
• Lead by example to uphold high standards of quality, safety, and service while creating a supportive, efficient work environment.

About Us

Housing and Dining Services is a large, self-operated auxiliary department serving more than 5,000 students that call the K-State campus home. This "home away from home" meets more than the basic needs of students living with us — we provide affordable, safe and engaging accommodations and services for our residents, while finding unique ways to support them in their academic pursuits.
We pride ourselves on taking excellent care of our residents, and that is reflected in our recent Princeton Review rankings. The 2025 Princeton Review ranks us #2 Happiest Students, #2 Best Quality of Life, #8 Best College Residence Halls, and #14 Best Campus Food.
YOU can help make our residents and guests feel welcome and comfortable!

Worksite Description

This position is On-site.

All employees must reside in the United States when they begin working to comply with state law. K-State is unable to provide remote or hybrid work opportunities for residents of the state of Idaho.

What You'll Need to Succeed

Minimum Qualifications:

  • Requires one year of relevant experience. Requirements may be met through a combination of education and experience.

Preferred Qualifications:

  • Considerable knowledge of large scale food preparation, equipment, health sanitation, and safety procedures.
  • Ability to understand and follow written and oral instructions.
  • Ability to follow standardized recipes and to consistently produce quality, standardized products.
  • Strong organization and coaching skills that support positive encouragement off others.
  • Prefer the ability to interact effectively with others and have a commitment to providing quality service and products.

Sponsorship eligibility:

Candidates must be legally authorized to work in the U.S. on an ongoing basis without sponsorship

How to Apply.

Please submit the following documents:

  • on-line application

Application Window

Applications close on:  July 10, 2026

Anticipated Hiring Pay Range

$14.54 - $18.00 per hour

 

 

Why Join Us:

Kansas State University offers a supportive and inclusive community, dedicated to your professional growth. While specific benefits may vary by position, many roles come with comprehensive packages that support your well-being and work-life balance, including health and life insurance, retirement plans, and generous paid time off. To learn more about benefits that are available for various positions, visit our benefits overview page.

Work Authorization and Sponsorship: 

Employees must be authorized to work in the United States at the time of employment. International candidates who require employer-sponsored work authorization are welcome to apply. Eligibility for visa sponsorship depends on several factors, including but not limited to, the job’s occupational requirements, specific duties, wage level, the candidate’s qualifications (such as degree field) and available departmental resources. As a result, not all positions or applicants will be eligible for sponsorship.

Equal Employment Opportunity:

Kansas State University is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender, gender identity, age, national origin, disability or status as a protected veteran.

Remote and Hybrid work options:

Some positions are eligible for remote or hybrid working arrangements.  An employee who is working in a remote or hybrid capacity for K-State must reside within the United States in order to comply with all federal and state laws, filings, or tax requirements. Remote and hybrid work arrangements are not available for anyone who resides in the state of Idaho.

Relocation to Kansas: 

Kansas participates in the MakeMyMove program, which connects eligible newcomers with participating communities offering financial incentives, housing support, and local perks to help make your move easier and more rewarding. If relocating from outside of Kansas you can visit the site to apply online for the program incentives. 

Background Screening Statement:

Upon acceptance of a contingent offer of employment, a candidate may be subject to a background check per K-State’s background check policy.

Interview Preferences:

Kansas State University honors interview preferences for qualified applicants who are veterans or individuals with disabilities. Eligible applicants who meet the minimum qualifications, submit all required application materials, and submit required preference documentation by the closing date on the job advertisement will be granted a first-level interview.

The disability and veteran interview preferences do not apply to student employment positions, temporary positions, athletics positions, academic and administrative department heads*, positions that require licensure as a physician, and positions that require that the employee be admitted to practice law in Kansas.

*Heads of Departments refers to any individual holding a primary leadership role responsible for the overall strategic direction, management and operational oversight of a recognized academic or administrative unit within the university.

To learn more about interview preferences at K-State, please visit our interview preferences page.