DINING SERVICES DIRECTOR

Compass Group • Melbourne, FL

2d • $75,000 - $80,000

About The Position

The Director of Dining Services is an energetic, entrepreneurial manager responsible for the successful operation of Dining Services. This leadership role ensures client and customer satisfaction through efficient, cost-effective management that meets or exceeds expectations. The director oversees foodservice-related activities, including retail, cafeteria, and catering services, quality improvement, sanitation, infection control, and client-related activities.

Requirements

• Five to seven years of direct foodservice operational management experience.
• Knowledge of inventory and purchasing control.
• Strong knowledge of food and catering trends, with a focus on quality, production, sanitation, food cost controls, and presentation.
• Strong supervisory, leadership, management, and coaching skills.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.
• Ability to communicate at management, client, customer, and associate levels.
• Excellent financial, budgetary, accounting, and computational skills.
• Proficient computer skills, including various computer programs, Microsoft Office, email, and the Internet.
• ServSafe® certification.

Nice To Haves

• B.S. degree in Food Services, Management, or a related field; or an A.A. degree plus four years of directly related experience.
• Previous P&L accountability or contract-managed service experience.

Responsibilities

• Manage salaried managers and hourly associates in the Food Service Department.
• Oversee the overall direction, coordination, and evaluation of the account.
• Interview, hire, and train associates; plan, assign, and direct work; appraise performance; reward and discipline associates; and address complaints and resolve problems.
• Prepare and manage the annual budget.
• Use company systems to complete required daily, weekly, and monthly reports, including inventory, cash reports, production records, and payroll/timekeeping.
• Oversee and participate in the preparation and service of food and beverage items in accordance with company standards for preparation, presentation, sanitation, safety, HACCP, OSHA guidelines, and portion control.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Benefits

• Medical insurance
• Dental insurance
• Vision insurance
• Life insurance and accidental death coverage
• Disability insurance
• Retirement plan
• Flexible time off
• Holiday time off, varying by site and state
• Associate Shopping Program
• Health and Wellness Programs
• Discount Marketplace
• Identity Theft Protection
• Pet insurance
• Commuter benefits
• Employee Assistance Program
• Flexible Spending Accounts (FSAs)
• Paid parental leave
• Personal leave
• Potential eligibility for paid and/or unpaid time off benefits under applicable laws
• Bonus

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Manager
• Education Level: No Education Listed