DIRECTOR CAMPUS DINING - Lamar University- BEAUMONT, TX

Compass Group•Beaumont, TX

14d•Onsite

About The Position

Chartwells Higher Education is seeking a Director of Dining Services to lead campus dining, retail, concessions, and catering at Lamar University in Beaumont, Texas. The role helps manage the account in accordance with the approved budget while meeting client expectations. The director builds relationships with students, faculty, guests, the client, and other departments, and promotes professional growth and development throughout the food service operation. The position also fosters interdepartmental relationships and integrates catering and dining services across the university.

Requirements

Five to seven years of direct foodservice operational management experience, including 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 written and verbal communication skills.
Ability to communicate with management, clients, customers, and associates.
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

Bachelor of Science degree in Food Services Technology/Management or a related field, or an Associate of Arts 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, production, and payroll/time-keeping reports.
Oversee and participate in preparing and serving food and beverages in accordance with company standards for preparation, presentation, sanitation, safety, HACCP, OSHA, and portion control.
Perform other duties as assigned.