Director of Dining Services
Compass GroupAbout the role
Position Title: Director of Dining Services
Salary: $75,000 to $95,000
Our Passion is Food!
At Bon Appetit Management Company we are committed to two things, great food and outstanding service! At Bon Appetit you won't find our managers referring to a corporate recipe book or our chefs microwaving the lunch special. We do not have standardized recipes or central commissaries, instead, our chefs and managers are expected to stay abreast of current culinary trends and bring cutting edge food into their cafes. We are a restaurant company that operates in contract food service. That means you will have the freedom to be creative, take risks, and truly shine. We are committed to our staff growing, trying new things, and learning all that they can. Our rapid growth and breadth of accounts translates into exciting opportunities for our people!
Job Summary
Overview:
Responsible for overseeing Residential, Retail, and Catering operations, ensuring efficient, high-quality service delivery across all areas. This role manages a team of five managers and three supervisors, providing leadership, coaching, and operational direction.
Key Responsibilities:
Provide strategic and day-to-day oversight of residential dining, retail outlets, and catering services
Lead, develop, and support a team of managers and supervisors to achieve operational and financial goals
Partner with culinary and catering teams to assist in menu development, planning, and execution of events
Ensure operational excellence, including service standards, quality, safety, and compliance
Manage labor, cost controls, and financial performance with a strong focus on P&L accountability
Collaborate with campus and client stakeholders to support catering growth and client satisfaction
Qualifications:
Proven experience managing unionized workforces required
Strong financial acumen with demonstrated P&L management and analytical skills
Experience in multi-unit dining operations (residential and retail preferred)
Catering experience strongly preferred
Excellent leadership, communication, and organizational skills
Ability to think strategically while executing operational details
Apply to Bon Appetit today!
Bon Appetit is a member of Compass Group USA.
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Associates at Bon Appetit are 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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Compass Group is an equal opportunity employer. At Compass, we are committed to treating all Applicants and Associates fairly based on their abilities, achievements, and experience without regard to race, national origin, sex, age, disability, veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity, or any other classification protected by law.
Qualified candidates must be able to perform the essential functions of this position satisfactorily with or without a reasonable accommodation. Disclaimer: this job post is not necessarily an exhaustive
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