Careers at Yeshiva University

The Assistant Manager / Mashgiach supervises the preparation of all dining areas and maintains an inventory of assigned areas. This position will also share the responsibility of overseeing vending machines throughout the Manhattan campuses.
As Mashgiach this position will perform a variety of duties relating to handling, preparing, storing, and serving Kosher meals to ensure compliance with Jewish dietary laws.

• Assign daily food production numbers, portion size and count, recipe search, and tasting for quality or adjustment
• Maintain inventory control, including paper goods items, juices, and other beverages
• Ensure that there is enough bread, danish, and desserts daily
• Maintain count of food and any extra production for catering
• Oversee serving lines during lunch hours
• Supervise cashiers
• Observe price verification on deliveries
• Communicate with customers by taking orders and setting up menu ideas for meetings and seminars
• Respond to customer inquiries
• Design the layout of banquet tables and food trays
• Maintain accounting procedures, cash control, inventory control, and First in First Out (FIFO) method

Experience & Educational Background:

• Associate’s Degree in Food Technology or Business
• 3-5 years of food service experience
• Catering experience preferred
• Must be well-versed in the Kashruth laws and be approved by the Orthodox Union
• Food Protection Certificate

Skills & Competencies:

• Speaks clearly and expresses self well in one-on-one conversations and groups
• Develops effective written communications and uses them appropriately
• Interacts and proactively shares information with internal and external contacts where appropriate
• Develops effective relationships with peers, students, and employees
• Assumes responsibility to ensure issues/concerns will be addressed and monitors them through the conclusion
• Identifies, defines, and analyzes information and situations before recommending a course of action
• Effectively manages own time and resources
• Ability to troubleshoot and problem-solve food service-related issues as needed

Salary Range:

$64,500 - $66,500

About Us:        

Yeshiva University is dedicated to academic excellence, intellectual exploration, and the advancement of timeless values that shape and impact lives. With a rich tradition rooted in Jewish thought and heritage, YU fosters a dynamic learning environment across its undergraduate, graduate, and professional schools. Our mission is to cultivate the next generation of leaders who will contribute meaningfully to society, guided by a commitment to ethics, innovation, and service. Our community extends far beyond the classroom, encompassing thousands of students, faculty, staff, and more than 70,000 alumni and supporters worldwide, all working together to build a brighter future.

As a Yeshiva University employee, you will be part of a welcoming, diverse, and intellectually engaging community that values collaboration, excellence, and professional growth. We offer a supportive and stimulating workplace with tangible employee benefits, opportunities for advancement, and a strong sense of purpose. Beyond professional development, YU is committed to ensuring a high quality of life for its employees, offering a work environment that prioritizes well-being, work-life balance, and a culture of mutual respect. Every role at YU contributes to our broader mission of education, research, and societal impact, ensuring that all members of our community—students, faculty, staff, alumni, and friends—are inspired to make a difference. We invite you to bring your talent and passion to YU and join us in shaping the future.

Equal Employment Opportunity:    

Yeshiva University is an equal opportunity employer committed to providing employment opportunities to all employees and candidates without regard to race, color, age, sex, national origin, disability status, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local laws.