Food Service Production Manager - East Connecticut State University
Compass Group•Windham, CT
•Onsite
About The Position
Chartwells Higher Education is seeking an experienced and strategic Culinary Production Manager to oversee the food service operation at East Connecticut State University. The role is responsible for delivering culinary experiences while ensuring operational excellence, financial performance, and regulatory compliance. Chartwells Higher Education is part of Compass Group USA and operates dining services at colleges and universities.
Requirements
- At least three years of culinary management experience in contract dining services, fine dining, healthcare, hospitality, or a similar environment.
- Strong understanding of purchasing, inventory control, food costing, and budget management.
- Working knowledge of HACCP and food safety regulations.
- Experience managing financial performance, including P&L accountability.
- Skill in exhibition cooking and large-scale food production.
- Ability to perform the essential functions of the position satisfactorily, with or without reasonable accommodation.
Nice To Haves
- ServSafe Certification preferred.
Responsibilities
- Direct culinary operations, including food production, inventory management, purchasing, and receiving.
- Develop and execute menu offerings that balance creativity, quality, and cost-effectiveness.
- Manage food and labor costs while meeting financial goals and profitability targets.
- Oversee HACCP compliance, food safety standards, and sanitation programs.
- Build vendor partnerships and support local sourcing initiatives.
- Lead, coach, and develop culinary team members to achieve operational and service excellence.
- Monitor industry trends and continually enhance culinary offerings and service delivery.
Benefits
- Medical, dental, and vision coverage
- Life insurance and accidental death and disability insurance
- Retirement plan
- Paid time off
- Holiday time off, varying by site and state
- Associate shopping program
- Health and wellness programs
- Discount marketplace
- Identity theft protection
- Pet insurance
- Commuter benefits
- Employee assistance program
- Flexible spending accounts
- Paid parental leave
- Personal leave
- Potential eligibility for paid and/or unpaid time off under applicable laws
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Manager
Education Level
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