DINING SERVICES DIRECTOR I - RESIDENTIAL DINING - GEORGE MASON UNIVERSITY

Compass Group•FAIRFAX, VA

23h•$85,000 - $95,000•Onsite

About The Position

Chartwells Higher Education is seeking a Residential Director of Dining Service I at George Mason University in Fairfax, Virginia. The role advises the day-to-day operations and financial success of one or more campus foodservice locations. The director ensures operations adhere to contract guidelines, Health Department regulations, company standards, and expectations for food quality, freshness, and presentation. The position offers potential to advance within Chartwells as the organization grows. The schedule is typically Monday through Friday, 8:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m.; however, the successful candidate must have open availability to meet business needs, including evenings, weekends, and holidays. The location closes at 10:00 p.m.

Requirements

Six or more years of operational foodservice management experience.
Knowledge of food and catering trends, with a focus on quality, production, sanitation, food-cost controls, marketing, and presentation.
Demonstrated leadership experience supervising and developing staff.
Strong organizational skills and ability to prioritize effectively.
Excellent customer-service skills and commitment to high quality standards.
Ability to prepare and analyze financial reports.
Availability to work evenings, weekends, and holidays as needed.
Computer experience.
ServSafe® certification.

Nice To Haves

Associate degree preferred.

Responsibilities

Supervise the hiring, training, and development of staff to uphold service and food-quality standards.
Maintain client and customer satisfaction by consistently meeting food-quality and customer-service standards.
Prepare and complete daily, weekly, and financial reports, including food- and labor-cost reports.
Ensure compliance with quality and food-safety standards to protect customers' health and safety.
Build and maintain client relationships, aligning dining programs with client objectives to support satisfaction and retention.
Perform other duties as assigned to support efficient dining operations.