Director of Team Dining @ Purdue Univeristy Training Table

Compass Group • West Lafayette, IN

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About The Position

Job Summary: Levy with Purdue Athletics is seeking a dynamic and experienced leader to serve as the Director of Dining Services & Fueling Stations. This position plays a critical role in enhancing the student-athlete experience by overseeing all athletic dining operations, training table, and fueling stations. The Director will partner closely with sports dietitians, athletics administration, and operations staff to deliver high-quality nutrition programs that support athlete health, recovery, and peak performance.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in Hospitality Management, Nutrition, Food Service, or related field (Master’s preferred).
• 5+ years of leadership experience (with Executive Chef experience) in collegiate athletics, performance nutrition, or large-scale food service operations.
• Strong knowledge of performance nutrition and athlete fueling strategies.
• Excellent leadership, communication, and organizational skills.
• ServSafe certification.

Responsibilities

• Lead and manage all athletic dining hall operation and functions for student-athletes, including training table and fueling stations.
• Collaborate with sports dietitians and performance staff to ensure menus and fueling options align with performance nutrition goals.
• Oversee food quality, safety, compliance, and service standards across all operations.
• Recruit, train, and develop dining services staff to ensure a culture of excellence and service.
• Manage budgets, procurement, and vendor relationships to provide cost-effective, high-quality training tables, fueling solutions and dining hall.
• Serve as the primary liaison between athletics, dining services, and campus partners.
• Other duties as assigned

Benefits

• Instapay (early access to your wages) and high interest savings both through the EVEN app
• Associate Shopping Program
• Health and Wellness Program
• Discount Marketplace
• Employee Assistance Program

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Director
• Number of Employees: 5,001-10,000 employees