Director of Dining Services

Meriwether Godsey, Inc.•Charlottesville, VA

30d•$75,000 - $85,000•Onsite

About The Position

Meriwether Godsey is seeking an experienced Director of Dining Services to lead and manage dining operations for a B&I account in Charlottesville, Virginia. Our ideal candidates have strong culinary and management skills, a vision for excellence, a creative mind, a passion, and a demonstrated commitment to promoting diversity. Enjoy a people- and food-focused environment where you have the opportunity to make a difference every day and advance your career. Help Meriwether Godsey set the standard for hospitality in the Charlottesville, VA market!

Requirements

Bachelor’s Degree or ten years of related experience
5+ years of experience in Contract Food Service Operations, High-End Catering Management, and Campus Dining.
Participative management style and excellent leadership skills
Strong communication and presentation skills
Account and Project Management Skills
Knowledge of food safety (HACCP), sanitation, and overall workplace safety standards.
Ability to work in a collaborative team environment while fostering strong client and customer relationships.
Application and promotion of current food trends
Proficiency and growing knowledge of sustainable practices

Nice To Haves

College Campus Dining Management is a plus
ServSafe® Food Protection Manager Certification preferred

Responsibilities

Support account activities to ensure operations run smoothly and efficiently and reflect the MG brand.
Support account-based financial planning, budget/cost analysis, and reporting to set, monitor, and achieve operating and financial goals.
Lead by example, engaging and developing direct reports and team members through ongoing support, monitoring, coaching, and feedback.
Lead teams in preparing meals while embracing fresh, local, scratch; support and/or manage menu development, purchasing, and production, incorporating the latest trends and practices.
Support high-end catering, including booking, planning, execution, and communication.
Foster an inclusive environment for all staff and guests; maintain effective client- and customer-centric relationships.
Maintain HACCP standards and a healthy environment for clients, customers, and employees.
Support personnel-related functions, including recruitment, interviewing, hiring, growth and development of team members, and performance monitoring.