Director of Dining Services - Greater Boston Area - North - K12 Public Schools

Compass Group USA Inc•Boston, MA

45d

About The Position

The Director of Dining Services is an exciting opportunity for an energetic, entrepreneurial manager who is constantly seeking a better way to conduct business. This key leadership position and is directly responsible for the successful operation of Dining Services. The Director ensures client, customer service/satisfaction with efficient cost-effective management that both meets and exceeds stated expectations. They are responsible for all food service-related activities, including the student cafeteria, retail options, caterings, etc. quality improvement, sanitation, and all client-related activities.

Requirements

Strong knowledge of food and catering trends with a focus on quality, production, sanitation, food cost controls, and presentation
Excellent financial, budgetary, accounting and computational skills
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
Proficient computer skills to include; various computer programs, Microsoft Office programs, e-mail and the Internet
ServSafe Certified

Nice To Haves

Associate Degree preferred or related equivalent experience
3+ years experience of direct food service operational management experience preferable in a K12 setting
K12 Public Schools experience
Previous P&L accountability or contract-managed service experience is desirable

Responsibilities

Lead, mentor, and inspire our team of frontline associates.
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