Director of Dining Services
Company: Meriwether Godsey, Inc.
Location: Lynchburg
Posted on: April 28, 2024
Job Description:
Meriwether Godsey is looking for a Director of Dining Services
responsible for leading and managing the food production program as
well as expert knowledge in special event planning and execution at
a private college preparatory school located in Lynchburg, VA. Our
ideal candidate has strong culinary and management skills, a vision
for excellence, strong client relation and communication skills, a
creative mind, as well as a passion, and demonstrated commitment to
promoting diversity. What the Director of Dining Services will
do:
- Support account activities to ensure operations run smoothly
and efficiently and reflect the MG brand.
- Support account-based financial planning, budget/cost analysis,
and reporting to set, monitor, and achieve operating and financial
goals.
- Lead by example; engaging and developing direct reports and
team members through ongoing support, monitoring, coaching, and
feedback.
- Lead teams in preparing meals while embracing fresh, local, and
scratch; support and manage menu development, purchasing, and
production, incorporating the latest trends and practices
- Support high-end catering, including booking, planning,
execution, and communication.
- Foster an inclusive environment for all staff and guests;
maintain effective client and customer-centric relationships.
- Maintain HACCP standards and a healthy environment for clients,
customers, and employees.
- Support personnel-related functions, including recruitment,
interviewing, hiring, growth and development of team members, and
performance monitoring. What the Director of Dining Service's
needs:
- Bachelor's Degree or ten years of related experience
- 5+ Years' experience in Contract Food Service Operation,
High-End Catering Management and Campus Dining experience, prior
Independent Day School Dining Management highly preferred
- Participative management style and excellent leadership
skills
- Strong communication and presentation skills
- Account and Project Management Skills
- Knowledge of food safety (HACCP), sanitation, and overall
workplace safety standards.
- Ability to work in a collaborative team environment while
fostering strong client and customer relationships.
- ServSafe - Food Protection Manager Certification preferred
- Application and promotion of current food trends
- Proficiency and growing knowledge of sustainable practices What
the Director of Dining Services will get:
- Competitive Pay, Meals, Leadership Support & Development, and
Benefits such as Health, Vision, Dental, and more!Meriwether Godsey
offers significant opportunities for growth and career advancement.
The work environment is fast-paced, team-oriented, and high-energy.
You'll be surrounded by people who are passionate about what they
do. Interested in learning more? Visit our Enjoy a people and
food-focused environment where you have the opportunity to make a
difference every day and advance your career. Help Meriwether
Godsey set the standard for hospitality in the Central Virginia
market!We are an equal opportunity employer, dedicated to a policy
of non-discrimination in employment on any basis including race,
color, age, sex, religion, disability, genetic makeup, national or
ethnic origin, sexual orientation, gender identity, immigration
status, or veteran status and all other statuses protected by
federal, state, and local law. Compensation details: 80000-80000
Yearly SalaryPI8d2eb14686ae-31181-34337288
Keywords: Meriwether Godsey, Inc., Lynchburg , Director of Dining Services, Executive , Lynchburg, Virginia
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