DIRECTOR, DINING SERVICES - Potential New Business

Compass Group

20h•Onsite

About The Position

Compass Group USA, a leading foodservice and support services company with over 284,000 US associates, is pursuing a potential partnership in an Education account in Boynton Beach, FL. They are seeking a dynamic leader to oversee dining programs. As the Director of Dining Services, this role will serve as the primary point of contact for the district, ensuring exceptional service and operational excellence. The Director will lead and inspire a team across multiple locations, driving performance to meet operational and financial objectives in a fast-paced, evolving environment. Key aspects of the role include strategic planning, team development, and maintaining strong client relationships, all while championing the mission to nourish students and support their success through quality food service.

Requirements

Educational minimum and work experience per USDA Professional Standards for the account(s)

Nice To Haves

Bachelor's degree preferred and minimum of two (2) years of management experience, preferably in foodservice
Is well-versed in all aspects of foodservice management with a proven track record of success
Has proven track record of leading a business and a team, strong customer service, and good business and financial acumen
Demonstrates strong initiative, critical thinking, ownership, communications (listening, written, and verbal), multi-tasking, prioritization, and organization skills
Champions the inclusion mindset, and is proactive, positive, professional, and resilient
Excellent computer skills and proficiency with Microsoft Office suite and POS software

Responsibilities

Leads, manages, and inspires a diverse team at a large account, with the goal of providing top-notch service to the client, students, and community
Drives and develops self and team at the account towards building strong relationships with the client(s) and achievement of key performance indicators (profitability, safety, employee engagement, etc.)
May serve on district leadership team, and participates in ongoing conversations with peers to share best practices, mitigate risks, champion diversity, and build community
Ensures decisions are weighed for risk/reward and short/long term implications while gathering input from the team and partners
Fosters a culture of transparency, understanding, education, safety, and accountability at the account
Serves as the representative/brand ambassador of the Chartwells team within the district and community; attends key client and community events
Ensures client needs are met or exceeded, we retain the account, find cross-sell opportunities, and assist in rebid process as directed
Supports functional areas of operation, including but not limited to safety, marketing, nutrition and culinary
Ensures adherence to local, state, federal and company policies, and conducts unit audits to ensure conformance for key areas (e.g. food storage, sanitation)
Maintains compliance with USDA regulations and guidance for all applicable meal and retail programs, along with completing all required reporting on time
Champions development within the account; conducts performance evaluations, along with succession planning for the account; has full understanding of all roles within operation
Owns the financial results for the account, and works with leadership to ensure accuracy for reporting, forecasting, and budgeting processes
Ensures consistent and fair administration of al policies and procedures