DINING SERVICES DIRECTOR II

Compass Group USA - Xenia, OH

Full-time - Mid Level

Xenia, OH

Food Services and Drinking Places

About the position

Driven by our passion in the pursuit of hospitality and culinary excellence, Morrison Living has built community through dining experiences for over a century. Embedded in our culture, we deliver exceptional service and aim to be the best part of someone's day. The commitment of our team members to these core principles makes us an industry leader and an employer of choice for hospitality professionals. Everything we do means more when it's served with care. The exceptional care and culinary artistry of our team members is nurtured by training, developing, and recognizing our greatest asset - our people. This approach makes the Morrison Living difference. Join us and discover how we build community one meal at a time. The Director of Dining Services is the strategic business leader of the community's food and beverage/culinary operation ensuring resident and client satisfaction by providing a consistently high-quality product and best-in-class hospitality, while also meeting financial goals and driving a positive work environment.

Responsibilities

• Develop and implement overall operating strategy that is aligned with the Compass Community Living and client business strategy.
• Take full ownership of driving desired outcomes and hold the on-site leadership team accountable.
• Evaluate personnel, operations, and culinary situations and make appropriate recommendations.
• Perform daily walk-through to ensure compliance with Department of Health regulations.
• Direct and conduct safety, sanitation, and maintenance programs.
• Lead pre-meal briefings and staff meetings for ongoing communication.
• Understand market dynamics and develop strategies to drive business results.
• Develop overall budget and operate the account in accordance with the approved budget.
• Review financial reports and statements to determine account performance against budget.
• Build and maintain excellent relationships with residents, staff, and other departments.
• Review resident satisfaction results and identify areas of improvement.
• Create a positive work environment and establish performance goals.
• Solicit employee feedback and address employee problems or concerns.
• Hire food & beverage leadership team members who demonstrate strong functional expertise.

Requirements

• B.S. Degree in Food Services Technology/Management or related field; or A.A. Degree plus four years of directly related experience preferred.
• Five to seven years of direct foodservice operational management experience.
• 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.
• Excellent financial, budgetary, accounting, and computational skills.
• Proficient computer skills including Microsoft Office programs.
• ServSafe Certified.

Benefits

• Medical
• Dental
• Vision
• Life Insurance/ AD
• Disability Insurance
• Retirement Plan
• Flexible 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)