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Job Summary:

The Wisconsin Union is recruiter for two shift managers! The positions are part of the team that oversees some of our most popular venues in the Memorial Union: Lakefront Lounge, Daily Scoop, Strada, and the summer terrace BBQ stand.

Job duties include:

• Overseeing quality food preparation and presentation
• Customer service
• Guiding and directing staff
• Training and supervision of student staff.

As the social heart of UW–Madison, the Wisconsin Union provides events, facilities, and activities for students, staff, faculty, thousands of Union members, and campus visitors. It also offers hands‑on leadership opportunities for hundreds of UW–Madison students. Learn more about the Wisconsin Union here: https://union.wisc.edu/

Physical Demands:

• Ability to lift and carry 50 pounds occasionally needed
• Ability to work outside in inclement weather needed.

Work Schedule and Location:

This position is scheduled to work a combination of days, nights and weekends, with 2 days off in a row.

Operational and work schedules will be closely aligned with the services and customer needs of our units. As a result, work schedules will be adjusted during specific times of the year to meet demand.

Key Job Responsibilities:

• Cleans, inspects, and maintains kitchen equipment and work areas

• Performs routine and non-routine food preparation activities including cook to order and specialty foods

• Leads and provides exceptional customer service, answers questions, and provides information regarding food preparation, catering, and associated activities

• Assigns and coordinates the day-to-day activities of food service staff

• Develops and schedules logistics and menus for daily and catering operations

• Adheres to federal, state, campus, and local food safety regulations, policies, and procedures

• Enforcement of State and Local drinking laws and University policies and procedures.

• Other duties as described and assigned by supervisor

Department:

Wisconsin Union, Dining & Hospitality, Memorial Union

Compensation:

The expected starting salary is 22.50/ hour. This position is also eligible for weekend and night differential pay.

This position offers a comprehensive benefits package, including generous paid time off, competitively priced health/dental/vision/life insurance, tax-advantaged savings accounts, and participation in the nationally recognized Wisconsin Retirement System (WRS)pension fund. For a summary of benefits, please see.

https://www.wisconsin.edu/ohrwd/benefits/download/univstaff.pdf

Required Qualifications:

• Previous restaurant experience

Preferred Qualifications:

• Previous restaurant experience in supervisory or lead role

Certifications:

• ServSafe Certificate required or able to obtain within 6 months of hire

• Alcohol Server License required or able to obtain within 6 months of hire

How to Apply:

Applicants should attach a resume detailing their training and experience relating to the required and preferred qualifications referenced above. The application reviewers will be relying on application materials to determine which qualified applicants will advance in the recruitment process.

Application Deadline:

7/29/2026 11:59 PM

Contact Information:

Jenny Lee, jenny.lee2@wisc.edu, 608-265-1157

Relay Access (WTRS): 7-1-1. See RELAY_SERVICE for further information.

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The University of Wisconsin-Madison fulfills its public mission by creating a welcoming and inclusive community for people from every background - people who as students, faculty, and staff serve Wisconsin and the world.

The University of Wisconsin-Madison is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to, including but not limited to, race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, national origin, age, pregnancy, disability, or status as a protected veteran and other bases as defined by federal regulations and UW System policies. We promote excellence by acknowledging skills and expertise from all backgrounds and encourage all qualified individuals to apply.

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