Director of Operations - San Jose State University

Compass Group • San Jose, CA

108d • $110,000 - $125,000

About The Position

At over 300 college & universities around the country, Chartwells Higher Education is re-inventing the on-campus dining experience. We are challenging the norm and setting new standards by investing in high-tech, food-infused social spaces that bring people together to promote meaningful relationships and interactions. We are food-forward difference makers, bound together by a desire to feed hungry minds and prepare students for success. We are seeking a self-motivated/energetic individual for the role of Director of Operations at San Jose State University located in San Jose, CA. This is a high volume, premiere account that is growing! In this role you will lead food service operations, maintain established costs and quality standards so as to ensure superior service and maximize profits. The preferred candidate will have experience overseeing operations at an executive level managing multiple services and/or locations.

Requirements

• BS degree preferred
• Five years of foodservice management experience required
• Knowledge of P&L accountability and contract-managed service experience is required
• Strong leadership and communication skills

Nice To Haves

• Higher Education experience in board and retail operations is preferred

Responsibilities

• Formulates budgets and plans for the operation
• Maintains and implements standards of quality in all areas of the foodservice operation
• Develops client, customer, and staff relationships, to ensure account retention
• Directs daily operations of food service to ensure employees have appropriate equipment, inventory and resources, ensures operating standards and regulatory requirements are met
• Develops and implements plans, projects, with defined objectives, methods, timetables and budget to support client and Chartwell’s strategic plan
• Accountable for accurate reporting for the account

Benefits

• Medical
• Dental
• Vision
• Life Insurance/ AD
• Disability Insurance
• Retirement Plan
• Paid Time Off
• Holiday Time Off (varies by site/state)
• Associate Shopping Program
• Health and Wellness Programs
• Discount Marketplace
• Identity Theft Protection
• Pet Insurance
• Commuter Benefits
• Employee Assistance Program
• Flexible Spending Accounts (FSAs)
• Paid Parental Leave
• Personal Leave

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: Bachelor's degree
• Number of Employees: 5,001-10,000 employees