NGU Welcomes Brian Hickey
Posted by The Skyliner on February 24th, 2010Angela Sims
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Brian Hickey, the new Aramark food service director at North Greenville University’s Todd Dining Hall, started his new job in August of 2009 and has high hopes for the future.
Hickey has worked as a retail manager as well as with Einstein Bros Bagels on campus. He has been around for six years and says he enjoys working here.
Before working at NGU, Hickey worked as a caterer for Furman University.
Hickey’s biggest goal as food service director is customer satisfaction. To help achieve this goal, there is a bulletin board posted near tray drop-off where students can add suggestions and receive replies.
Through his position as director and through the many changes he has brought to the cafeteria, Hickey states, “The biggest change I see is the employee moral.”
Kala Hudson, freshman Christian studies, said, “I like chicken Wednesdays because baked chicken and mashed potatoes are two of my favorite foods.”
Paul James, senior broadcast media, said, “I like that they give us options. I think it really benefits the students to have several choices when they eat.”
Jackie Simmons, daytime cook for Todd Dining Hall, smiles and makes conversation with every student who comes to her station.
Many of the employees attribute great qualities to Hickey and at time speak highly of him. “Brian takes the time to get to know his employees,” said Simmons.
Hickey shows respect for his employees and those around him, and in return, they show him the same respect. A deep, professional connection between employer and employee can make a difference in the work being put forth.
Hickey said, “I love working with my staff.”
Hickey can be contacted by visiting campusdish.com, by calling 864-977-7100 or by emailing diningservices@ngu.edu.
Tags: Spring 2010, Vol. 110 - Issue 5