Compass

DINING SERVICES DIRECTOR - Purchase College - Purchase, NY

Compass$85K — $90K *
Hospitality & Recreation
5 - 7 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • 5+ years of operational management experience in foodservice
  • Strong background in inventory management and purchasing
  • Knowledge of food and catering trends, focusing on quality and sanitation
  • Previous experience with P&L accountability or contract management
  • Effective supervisory and coaching skills
  • Excellent written and verbal communication skills
  • Proficient in Microsoft Office and other computer programs
  • ServSafe® Certified

Responsibilities

  • Manage salaried managers and hourly associates in the Food Service Department
  • Oversee account direction, coordination, and evaluation
  • Conduct interviews, hiring, and training of staff
  • Prepare and manage the annual budget
  • Utilize company systems for reporting needs
  • Ensure adherence to food preparation and presentation standards
  • Participate in the preparation and service of food and beverage items

Benefits

  • Medical insurance
  • Dental insurance
  • Vision insurance
  • Life Insurance/AD
  • Disability Insurance
  • Retirement Plan
  • Paid Time Off
  • Holiday Time Off
  • Employee Assistance Program
  • Health and Wellness Programs
  • Flexible Spending Accounts (FSAs)
  • Paid Parental Leave
  • Identity Theft Protection
  • Commuter Benefits
  • Discount Marketplace
  • Pet Insurance
Full Job Description
Salary: $85,000 - $90,000

Job Summary

The Director of Dining Services is an exciting opportunity for an energetic, entrepreneurial manager who is constantly seeking a better way to conduct business. This key leadership position is directly responsible for the successful operation of Dining Services. The Director ensures client, customer service/satisfaction with efficient cost effective management that both meets and exceeds stated expectations. They are responsible for all foodservice-related activities; including care (retail, cafeteria, catering etc), quality improvement, sanitation, infection control, and all client-related activities.

Key Responsibilities:
  • Manages salaried managers and hourly associates in the Food Service Department
  • Oversees the overall direction, coordination, and evaluation of the account
  • Interviews, hires, and trains associates; plans, assigns, and directs work; appraises performance; rewards and disciplines associates; addresses complaints and resolves problems
  • Prepares and manages annual budget
  • Utilize company systems for completion of required daily/weekly/monthly reports such as inventory, cash reports, production records, payroll/time-keeping, etc.
  • Oversees and participates in the preparation and service of food and beverage items in adherence to company food standards for preparation, presentation, sanitation and safety (meeting HACCP and OSHA guidelines) and portion control


Preferred Qualifications:
  • Minimum 5 years of direct foodservice operational management experience with 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
  • Previous P&L accountability or contract-managed service experience is desirable
  • Strong supervisory, leadership, management and coaching skills
  • Strong communication skills, both written and verbal
  • Ability to communicate on various levels to include management, client, customer and associate levels
  • Excellent financial, budgetary, accounting and computational skills
  • Proficient computer skills to include; various computer programs, Microsoft Office programs, e-mail and the Internet
  • ServSafe® Certified

Apply to Chartwells Higher Education today!

Chartwells Higher Education is a member of Compass Group USA

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Associates at Chartwells Higher Edare offered many fantastic 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

Associates may also be eligible for paid and/or unpaid time off benefits in accordance with applicable federal, state, and local laws. For positions in Washington State, Maryland, or to be performed Remotely, click here or copy/paste the link below for paid time off benefits information.

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Certain positions may require Florida Level 2 background screening. Details: https://info.flclearinghouse.com/

Req ID:

Chartwells HE

KRISTINA MCCARTHY

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About Compass

Compass is a real estate technology company that provides an online platform for buying, selling, and renting real estate properties. The company was founded in 2012 by Ori Allon and Robert Reffkin and is headquartered in New York City. Compass has raised over $1.5 billion in funding and has expanded to over 350 offices in the United States, Canada, and Europe. The company's platform uses artificial intelligence and machine learning to help real estate agents better serve their clients and streamline the buying and selling process. Compass has been recognized as one of the fastest-growing real estate companies in the world and has received numerous awards for its innovative technology and exceptional customer service.
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Size
19,000 employees
Market Cap
$910.4 million
Industry
Founded
1941
5 Year Trend
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