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Fresh Ideas

Position Title: DIR, DINING SERVICES -Harris Stowe State University- Saint Louis, MO

Salary: $80,000

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!

Job Summary

The Director of Dining Services is an exciting opportunity for an energetic, entrepreneurial food service operator who is constantly seeking a better way to conduct business. This key leadership position with FRESH IDEAS (a Compass Group company) is directly responsible for the successful operation of Campus Dining Services at Harris Stowe State University. The Director ensures client, customer service/satisfaction with efficient cost-effective management that both meets and exceeds stated expectations. They are responsible for all foodservice-related activities across campus dining.

Living near HSSU in St. Louis offers a unique urban experience characterized by a blend of student life, historical significance, and ongoing community development. The Brickline Greenway, a 14-mile urban trail that connects various neighborhoods and cultural sites. A recent extension links HSSU to CITYPARK, enhancing recreational and commuting options for residents. HSSU is a public historically Black university offering programs in education, business, and arts & sciences. Whether you're in the mood for a hearty meal, a quick snack, or a place to relax with a cup of coffee, the area surrounding HSSU has a plethora of dining options to explore. Located a few miles east of campus, the Delmar Loop is an entertainment and cultural district offering a wide array of dining establishments. From international cuisines to local favorites, there's something for everyone in this lively area. A short drive from HSSU, Soulard Farmers Market is one of the oldest public markets in the U.S.

Key Responsibilities:

+ Manages salaried managers and hourly associates in the Food Service Department

+ Oversees the overall direction, coordination, and evaluation of the account

+ Interviews, hires, and trains associates; plans, assigns, and directs work; appraises performance; rewards and disciplines associates; addresses complaints and resolves problems

+ Prepares and manages annual budget

+ Utilize company systems for completion of required daily/weekly/monthly reports such as inventory, cash reports, production records, payroll/time-keeping, etc.

+ Oversees and participates in the preparation and service of food and beverage items in adherence to company food standards for preparation, presentation, sanitation and safety (meeting HACCP and OSHA guidelines) and portion control

+ Other duties as assigned

Preferred Qualifications:

+ Business or Culinary Degree plus four years of directly related experience preferred

+ Five to seven years of direct foodservice operational management experience with inventory and purchasing knowledge and control

+ Strong knowledge of food and catering trends with a focus on quality, production, sanitation, food cost controls, and presentation

+ Previous P&L accountability or contract-managed service experience is desirable

+ Strong supervisory, leadership, management and coaching skills

+ Strong communication skills, both written and verbal

+ Ability to communicate on various levels to include management, client, customer and associate levels

+ Excellent financial, budgetary, accounting and computational skills

+ Proficient computer skills to include; various computer programs, Microsoft Office programs, e-mail and the Internet

+ ServSafe® Certified

About Compass Group: Achieving leadership in the foodservice industry

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.

Applications are accepted on an ongoing basis.

Associates at Fresh Ideas are offered many fantastic benefits.

+ Medical

+ Dental

+ Vision

+ Life Insurance/ AD

+ Disability Insurance

+ Retirement Plan

+ Paid Time Off

+ Paid Parental Leave

+ Holiday Time Off (varies by site/state)

+ Personal Leave

+ 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 (https://www.compass-usa.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/08/2023\_WageTransparency\_FreshIdeas.pdf) for paid time off benefits information.

Fresh Ideas maintains a drug-free workplace.