Director of Dining Services - Lufkin, TX

Compass Group • Lufkin, TX

10d • $80,000 - $84,000

About The Position

Morrison Healthcare is seeking an energetic, entrepreneurial manager to lead Dining Services in Lufkin, Texas. The Director is directly responsible for the successful operation of Dining Services, ensuring client and customer satisfaction through efficient, cost-effective management that meets and exceeds expectations. The role oversees foodservice activities, including retail, cafeteria, and catering services, quality improvement, sanitation, infection control, and client-related activities.

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; alternatively, 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; 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 reports, production records, and payroll/timekeeping.
• Oversee and participate in preparing and serving food and beverages in accordance with company standards for preparation, presentation, sanitation, safety, HACCP and OSHA guidelines, and portion control.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Benefits

• Medical insurance
• Dental insurance
• Vision insurance
• Life and accidental death insurance
• Disability insurance
• Retirement plan
• Flexible time off
• Paid parental leave
• Holiday time off (varies by site/state)
• Personal leave
• Associate Shopping Program
• Health and Wellness Programs
• Discount Marketplace
• Identity Theft Protection
• Pet insurance
• Commuter benefits
• Employee Assistance Program
• Flexible Spending Accounts (FSAs)
• Potential paid and/or unpaid time off benefits in accordance with applicable laws

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Director
• Education Level: No Education Listed