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ASSISTANT DIRECTOR, DINING SERVICES

Compass Group
United Statesfull_timeVerifiedPosted 29 May 2025

About the role

 

  • We are hiring immediately for a ASSISTANT DIRECTOR, DINING SERVICES position.
  • Location: Maryville College - 502 East Lamar Alexander Parkway, Maryville, TN 37804. Note: online applications accepted only.
  • Schedule: Full time schedule: More details upon interview. 
  • Requirement: More details upon interview
  • Salary: TBD

Fresh Ideas Management is a dynamic food service management company that believes good food is a powerful thing.  Food brings people together and food creates memories. 

Fresh Ideas encourages creativity by creating fun working environments for our teams! Our diverse teams enjoy a workplace where creativity, openness and innovation flow free and new, Fresh Ideas are encouraged. Our team-members are excited about creating delicious, unique and engaging dining experiences for our guests.

 

Fresh Ideas offers a full benefits package, flexible schedules that respect one of our core values, work life balance, and ongoing training and development opportunities.  This, along with our rapid growth, means accelerated promotion opportunities for every motivated Fresh Ideas team member!

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Job Summary

Summary:  As an Assistant Director of Dining Services I, you will be responsible for assisting with the day-to-day food service operations of a medium to large volume location. You will manage and lead a team of associates, and will be responsible for talent development, managing client relationships, profitability, and supporting financial goals in an assigned area.

 

Essential Duties and Responsibilities:

 

  • Works with the Chef and management team in creating nutritious and top quality food. 
  • Implements new culinary programs in conjunction with the marketing and culinary teams. 
  • Maintains excellent relationships with the client. 
  • Manages, trains, and develops associates. 
  • Performs other duties as assigned. 

 

Qualifications:

 

  • 1 to 3 years of food service management experience.
  • Experience in restaurants, hotels, corporate dining, education, military, health care, and/or related food service operations.
  • Strong leadership and communication skills. 
  • Financial experience and business acumen skills.
  • Proficient computer skills and knowledge of MS Office products, including Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook, and internet.
  • Associate’s degree is preferred. 

Associates at Fresh Ideas 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)

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 for paid time off benefits information.

About Compass Group: Achieving leadership in the foodservice industry


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