DIRECTOR OF DINING SERVICES

Director Of Dining Services - Liberty, Nc

As the leader in business and industry dining, Eurest is the company to join if you want a rewarding career packed with limitless opportunities. We feed the employees of the nation's largest and most-prestigious companies -- in every state and across all industries. As a member of Eurest's leadership and professional support team, you will help our 16,000 chefs, and in-unit associates excel as they deliver world-class meals in corporate cafes and executive dining rooms with on-site catering through vending innovations and more.

Our company is innovative, high performing and fast growing. Our teammates are enthusiastic, committed to quality and thrive on consistently delivering unparalleled results. And did we mention we work with exciting companies and at interesting locations? Come grow your career with Eurest.

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Job Summary

Great hospitality starts with a leader who loves feeding people and growing teams. As Director of Dining Services with Eurest, you'll run a busy corporate dining operation and be the face of the experience for our client and every employee who walks through the door. If you're energetic, entrepreneurial, and ready to own an account from the kitchen to the client meeting, this is your stage.

What You'll Do

• Lead a team of salaried managers and hourly associates, setting the direction, coordination, and standards for the entire account
• Deliver an exceptional client and customer experience across retail, cafeteria, and catering, with cost-effective management that meets and exceeds expectations
• Hire, train, coach, and develop your team: assign work, appraise performance, recognize great effort, and resolve concerns with care
• Build and manage the annual budget, and keep the account on track using company systems for inventory, cash reports, production records, and payroll/timekeeping
• Stay hands-on in food and beverage preparation and service, upholding Eurest standards for quality, presentation, portion control, sanitation, and safety (HACCP and OSHA)
• Champion quality improvement, sanitation, and infection control, and lead all client-related activities
• Handle other duties as assigned

What We're Looking For

• B.S. in Food Services Technology/Management or a related field, or an A.A. plus four years of directly related experience
• 5-7 years of foodservice operational management experience, with a solid command of inventory and purchasing controls
• Strong knowledge of food and catering trends, with a focus on quality, production, sanitation, food cost control, and presentation
• P&L accountability or contract-managed service experience is a plus
• Proven leadership, supervisory, and coaching skills
• Excellent written and verbal communication, from associates to managers to clients
• Strong financial, budgeting, and accounting skills
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office, email, and the internet
• ServSafe® Certified

Why Join Us

• Lead a high-visibility corporate dining account with real ownership and room to be entrepreneurial
• Grow your career with Eurest, part of Compass Group, one of the world's largest foodservice companies
• Join a team that takes pride in fresh food, genuine service, and the people behind both

Ready to lead with heart and hospitality? Apply today and help us make every meal a highlight of the day.