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Gourmet

Salary: $80,000

Pay Grade: 15

At Gourmet Dining & Chartwells Higher Education, people are at the core of our business. Together we build innovative food service concepts and serve fresh, local and nutritious meals at over 270 college campuses across the country. Twice named the Fastest Growing Brand by Nation’s Restaurant News, at Gourmet Dining & Chartwells we take pride in creating opportunities for associates to grow their careers and achieve their development goals within the company.

Job Summary

Gourmet Dining is seeking a self-motivated individual for the role of Director of Dining Services and Catering at Drew University in Madison, NJ! In this role, you will advise the day-to-day operations and financial success of one or more foodservice locations on the campus. This includes adhering to contract guidelines, the Health Department’s regulations, company standards, and expectations of food quality, freshness, and presentation. With Chartwells rapid growth trajectory, there's immense potential for you to advance authoritatively and make an immediate impact on our food service operations.

Key Responsibilities

+ Supervise the hiring, training, and development of staff to uphold excellence in service and food quality.

+ Maintain client and customer happiness by ensuring food quality and customer service standards are met consistently.

+ Prepare and complete all vital daily, weekly, and financial reports, including those related to food and labor costs.

+ Ensure compliance with all quality and food safety standards to guarantee the health and safety of our customers.

+ Champion strong client relationships to align our programs with their objectives, driving happiness and retention.

+ Perform other duties as assigned to support the efficient functioning of dining operations.

Preferred Qualifications

+ Associate degree preferred.

+ Six or more years of operational food service management experience.

+ Knowledge of food and catering trends with a focus on quality, production, sanitation, food cost controls, marketing, and presentation.

+ Strong leadership abilities with validated experience in supervising and developing staff.

+ Excellent organizational skills and ability to prioritize optimally.

+ Outstanding customer service skills with a dedication to maintaining high standards of quality.

+ Proficiency in preparing and analyzing financial reports.

+ Flexibility to work evenings, weekends, and holidays as needed.

+ Must be experienced with computers.

+ ServSafe® Certified.

Embark on a dynamic career journey with us, where innovation and creativity thrive, and your contributions make a tangible impact on campus life! Join our team and be part of crafting outstanding dining experiences at Drew University!

Apply to Gourmet Dining today!

Gourmet Dining is a member of Compass Group USA

Click here to Learn More about the Compass Story (http://www.compass-usa.com/our-story/)

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. We encourage applicants with a criminal history (and driving history) to apply.

Applications are accepted on an ongoing basis.

Gourmet Dining maintains a drug-free workplace.

Associates at Gourmet Dining 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\_GourmetDining.pdf) for paid time off benefits information.

Req ID: 1441216

Gourmet

BENAE GLICKMAN