Director of Dining Services

Meriwether Godsey, Inc. • Gill, MA

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About The Position

Meriwether Godsey is seeking a Director of Dining Services who will be responsible for leading and managing all aspects of the dining program at a
prestigious co-educational college preparatory school in Gill, MA. Our ideal candidate has strong culinary and management skills, a vision for excellence, a creative mind, as well as a passion, and demonstrated commitment to promoting diversity.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s Degree or ten years of related experience
• 5 Years’ experience in Contract Food Service Operation
• High-end and Volume Catering Management experience required
• 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

• ServSafe® Food Protection Manager Certification preferred

Responsibilities

• Lead and monitor the achievement of operating and financial goals by ensuring fiscal responsibility through account-based financial planning, budget/cost analysis, and comprehensive reporting.
• Lead teams in preparing meals while embracing fresh, local, and scratch; support and/or manage menu development, purchasing, and production, incorporating the latest trends and practices
• Lead by example, engaging and developing direct reports and team members through ongoing support, monitoring, coaching, and feedback.
• Support personnel-related functions, including recruitment, interviewing, hiring, growth and development of team members, and performance monitoring.
• Execute dining operations with excellence in food quality and service, preparing meals while embracing fresh, local, and scratch; support and/or manage menu development, purchasing, and production, incorporating the latest trends and practices.
• Deliver 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 account activities to ensure operations run smoothly, efficiently, and reflect the MG brand and Core Values.

Benefits

• Competitive Pay, Meals, Leadership Support & Development
• Excellent benefits include PTO, Health, Vision, Dental, and more!

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Director
• Number of Employees: 251-500 employees