Dining Room Manager

Bon Appetit Salary: $55,000 - $60,000 / year 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 Rhodes College is seeking an energetic, hospitality-driven Dining Services Manager to help lead our residential dining program and deliver an exceptional campus dining experience. This is an exciting opportunity for a hands-on leader who enjoys developing teams, creating memorable guest experiences, and ensuring daily operations run efficiently in a fast-paced collegiate environment. The ideal candidate has a passion for hospitality, strong leadership skills, and experience managing food service operations while maintaining a high standard of quality, service, and food safety. You'll partner closely with culinary, marketing, and operations teams to create an engaging dining program that reflects the Rhodes College community. Key Responsibilities Lead the day-to-day front-of-house operations for the main dining facility, ensuring exceptional guest service and a welcoming dining environment. Supervise, coach, schedule, and develop a team of hourly associates, promoting accountability, engagement, and professional growth. Partner with the Executive Chef and culinary team to execute menus, support special events, and ensure consistent food quality and presentation. Maintain high standards for sanitation, food safety, and workplace safety while ensuring compliance with company and regulatory guidelines. Respond promptly and professionally to guest feedback, resolving concerns and continuously improving the overall dining experience. Assist with budgeting, labor management, inventory oversight, and financial performance to support operational goals. Support campus catering and special events as needed, ensuring seamless execution and outstanding customer service. Collaborate with marketing and culinary teams to introduce new dining initiatives, promotions, and programs that drive participation and guest satisfaction. Foster strong relationships with college leadership, students, faculty, and staff while promoting a culture of hospitality and service excellence. Support sustainability initiatives and operational improvements that enhance the campus dining program. Preferred Qualifications Two or more years of supervisory or management experience in food service or hospitality. Experience in college or university dining, restaurants, hotels, corporate dining, healthcare, or other high-volume food service environments. Strong leadership, communication, and customer service skills with the ability to motivate and develop teams. Experience supporting catering operations or special events is preferred. General knowledge of hospitality operations and an interest in sustainability and responsible food practices. Proficiency with Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, Outlook, and PowerPoint). ServSafe Certification preferred. Associate degree in Hospitality, Culinary Arts, Business, or a related field preferred. If you're a collaborative leader who enjoys building high-performing teams and creating exceptional dining experiences, we'd love to hear from you. Bon Appetit is a member of Compass Group USA. Click here to Learn More about the Compass Story ( 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. 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 list of all essential responsibilities, skills, tasks, or requirements associated with this position. While this is intended to be an accurate reflection of the position posted, the Company reserves the right to modify or change the essential functions of the job based on business necessity. We will consider for employment all qualified applicants, including those with a criminal history (including relevant driving history), in a manner consistent with all applicable federal, state, and local laws, including the City of Los Angeles’ Fair Chance Initiative for Hiring Ordinance, the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance, and the New York Fair Chance Act. Certain positions may require Florida Level 2 background screening. Details: Applications are accepted on an ongoing basis. Bon Appetit maintains a drug-free workplace. Bon Appetit Mehdi Mohammed #J-18808-Ljbffr