Jeffrey Hughes
About Jeffrey Hughes
Jeffrey Hughes serves as the Area Manager for Residential Colleges at Yale University, a position he has held since 2017. He has extensive experience in the dining sector, having worked as a Dining Hall Manager at Yale since 2011 and previously owned Connies Restaurant from 2006 to 2011.
Work at Yale University
Jeffrey Hughes has held multiple roles at Yale University, contributing to the dining services since 2011. He currently serves as the Area Manager for Residential Colleges, a position he has held since 2017. In addition to this role, he has been the Dining Hall Manager since 2011. His extensive experience at Yale spans over a decade, reflecting his commitment to enhancing the dining experience within the university's residential communities.
Education and Expertise
Jeffrey Hughes earned a Bachelor of Science degree in Applied Horticulture/Horticulture Operations from the University of Connecticut, where he studied from 1998 to 2002. His educational background provides him with a solid foundation in horticulture, which complements his managerial roles in the dining sector. He also studied at Notre Dame West Haven, further enriching his academic profile.
Previous Experience in Restaurant Management
Before joining Yale University, Jeffrey Hughes was the owner of Connies Restaurant from 2006 to 2011. His five years of experience in restaurant management equipped him with valuable skills in operations, customer service, and team leadership, which he has applied in his subsequent roles in university dining services.