DIRECTOR, DINING SERVICES - Education Food Service

Compass Group•Lincoln, NE

About The Position

As a Director of Dining Services, you will play a critical leadership role in the successful launch and ongoing operations of a major dining account within the Education sector. Reporting to the Resident District Manager, you will ensure consistency in service and food quality while driving operational excellence and client satisfaction. Your responsibilities include monitoring consumption to minimize waste, maintaining compliance with all regulatory and company standards, and fostering a culture of continuous improvement. Reporting to an Resident District Manager, you will play a key role in leading and mentoring a diverse team through hands-on coaching and comprehensive training to strengthen skills and achieve exceptional results. You will collaborate closely with fellow Directors of Dining Services, Executive Chefs, and leaders across marketing, finance, HR, communications, IT, and dietetics to ensure flawless menu execution, consistent service delivery, and strict adherence to best practices. This position calls for a proactive leader who can drive collaboration, maintain uncompromising standards, and create dining experiences that consistently exceed expectations.

Requirements

Five plus years of direct foodservice operational management experience with inventory and purchasing knowledge and 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 communication skills, both written and verbal
Ability to communicate on various levels to include management, client, customer and associate levels
Excellent financial, budgetary, accounting and computational skills
Proficient computer skills to include; various computer programs, Microsoft Office programs, e-mail and the Internet

Nice To Haves

B.S. Degree in Food Services, Hospitality, Nutrition or Culinary or related field; or A.A. Degree plus four years of directly related education experience preferred
Previous P&L accountability or contract-managed service experience is desirable
ServSafe® Certified

Responsibilities

Manages hourly associates in the Food Service Department
Oversees the overall direction, coordination, and evaluation of the account
Interviews, hires, and trains associates; plans, assigns, and directs work; appraises performance; rewards and disciplines associates; addresses complaints and resolves problems
Prepares and manages annual budget
Utilize company systems for completion of required daily/weekly/monthly reports such as inventory, cash reports, production records, payroll/time-keeping, etc.
Oversees and participates in the preparation and service of food and beverage items in adherence to company food standards for preparation, presentation, sanitation and safety (meeting HACCP and OSHA guidelines) and portion control
Other duties as assigned