About this Dairy Store Manager role at Louisiana State University
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Job Posting Title:
Dairy Store Manager
Position Type:
Professional / Unclassified
Department:
LSUAG PL2 – School of Animal Sciences (Philip H Elzer (00012455))
Work Location:
0102 Dairy Science Building
Pay Grade:
Professional
Job Description:
Work Location: LSU AgCenter Dairy store, Baton Rouge, Louisiana
Position Description: The successful candidate will be responsible for the overall operations and management of the store. The manager will coordinate with SAS administrative personnel to ensure that the store's finances are effectively managed and that appropriate controls are in place and adhered to. The manager will supervise all personnel involved in these activities, Specific duties include managing schedules and ensuring the store is properly open and closed daily. Maintain inventory including posting records on receipt of stock, another inventory, and food sold through the Dairy Store. Manage pricing of food items. This includes reviewing cost and market data, manage food items ready for sale, including a selection of stock items and stocking shelves. Manage the sale of products in the Dairy Store, online, and those associated with Chartwells and other on and off-campus clientele. Schedule and coordinate tours, ensure that orders for the annual cheese sale are properly entered into the database, oversee the operation of a cash register, and credit card machine, ensure timely deposits are made. and order supplies. Monitor all activities and recommend changes to improve efficiency, enhance the Dairy Store, and ensure appropriate financial, inventory, and stock controls.
The candidate will also be responsible for conducting Standard Plate Counts and Coliform Counts on incoming raw milk and pasteurized finished products produced in the Creamery. Babcock testing for fat on raw and finished products will also be required as well as testing for antibiotic residues in raw milk, and Yeast and Mold testing of finished products. The candidate will conduct Titratable Acidity testing on cheeses being produced for retail sale and conduct microbiological testing of the creamery's chilled water supply. The candidate will also conduct tests to monitor the strengths of the chlorine and peroxi-acetic acid sanitizer solutions used the Creamery.
The candidate will also help with the manufacture of products; assist faculty members with Ze cream mix and ice cream manufacturing; cheese manufacturing and cheese packaging: and the yearly mail-order cheese sale. This may include supervision of support personnel and other management activities.
Qualification Requirements: Bachelor of science degree required MS preferred. Experience in manufacturing ice cream and cheese. assembling and mechanically inclining with ice cream equipment as well as working in a retail ice cream store will be helpful.
LSU and the AgCenter are dedicated to fostering an environment where our employees feel appreciated for their skills and individual qualifications. If a candidate does not meet the minimum qualifications listed but has other qualifications or substantial experience related to the key responsibilities, we encourage them to apply (per La. RS 42:36).
Salary and Benefits: Salary will be commensurate with qualifications and experience. The LSU AgCenter has an attractive benefits package with a wide variety of benefit options. Current benefits offered include retirement, multiple medical insurance options, supplemental insurances (dental, life. long-term disability, accident, vision, long-term care, etc.), Tax Saver Flexible Benefits Plan (saves tax dollars on some childcare and medical expenses). university holidays (14 per year, typically includes a week off at Christmas), generous annual (vacation) and sick leave benefits, Employee Assistance program, and possible educational leave and tuition exemption for coursework at campuses of the LSU System. Specific benefits depend on job category, percent of full-time, and length of employment.
Date Available: Upon completion of the interview process.
Application Deadline: November 27, 2026, or until a suitable candidate is located.
Application Procedure: Apply online at https://lsu.wd1.myworkdayjobs.com/LSU (or in Workday for internal applicants) by attaching a cover letter with a resume, official university transcripts, and three letters of reference. Paper faxed or e-mailed application materials will not be accepted, except that in of attaching the reference letters online, they may be sent directly to:
Dr. Philip Elzer
Louisiana School of Animal Sciences
Baton Rouge, LA 70803-6202
Tel.: (225) 578-4763
E-mail: pelzer@agcenter.lsu.edu
Web site: www.lsuaqcenter.com
The LSU Agricultural Center is a statewide campus of the LSU System and provides equal opportunities in programs and employment. An Equal Opportunity Employer.
Additional Job Description:
Competencies:
NoneSpecial Instructions:
Skills Needed:
Active Listening, Communication, Customer Service, Database Management, Decision Making, Detail-Oriented, Following Protocols, Leadership
Preferred Skills:
Posting Date:
November 11, 2026
Closing Date (Open Until Filled if No Date Specified):
March 11, 2027
Additional Position Information:
Background Check - An offer of employment is contingent on a satisfactory pre-employment background check.
Benefits - The LSU AgCenter has an attractive benefits package with a wide variety of benefit options. Benefits offered include retirement, multiple medical insurance options, supplemental insurances (dental, life, long-term disability, accident, vision, long-term care, etc.), Tax Saver Flexible Benefits Plan (saves tax dollars on some childcare and medical expenses), university holidays (14 per year), generous annual (vacation) and sick leave benefits, Employee Assistance Program, and possible educational leave and tuition exemption for coursework at campuses of the LSU System. Specific benefits depend on job category, percent effort and length of employment.
Positions approved to work outside the State of Louisiana shall be employed through Louisiana State University’s partner, nextSource Workforce Solutions, for Employer of Record Services including but not limited to employment, benefits, payroll, and tax compliance. Positions employed through Employer of Record Services will be offered benefits and retirement as applicable through their provider and will not be eligible for State of Louisiana benefits and retirement.
Essential Position (Y/N):
About the LSU Agricultural Center:
The LSU AgCenter, is one of eight campuses within the broader LSU enterprise (LSU System). The LSU AgCenter includes the Louisiana Agricultural Experiment Station, which conducts agricultural-based research, and the Louisiana Cooperative Extension Service, which extends the knowledge derived from research to the people of the state. The AgCenter is headquartered in Baton Rouge and has 12 “on campus” academic departments and five regions which are made up of 15 branch research stations and an extension office in each parish. For more information, visit the AgCenter’s website at www.lsuagcenter.com.
The LSU Agricultural Center is an Equal Opportunity Employer.
HCM Contact Information:
Questions or concerns can be directed to the LSU AgCenter Human Resources Management Office at 225-578-2258 or emailed HRMHelp@agcenter.lsu.edu.
