• Dining Services Manager - University of Alabama

    Compass Group, North America (Tuscaloosa, AL)


    Bon Appetit

    **Salary:** $58,000 - $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

    The Dining Services Manager is responsible for leading daily dining operations in a high-volume campus environment, overseeing frontline service teams, and ensuring an exceptional guest experience. This role requires proven leadership experience, preferably within a culinary or food service setting, and close collaboration with culinary, marketing, and operations teams to support quality, consistency, and financial performance.

    Essential Duties and Responsibilities

    • Lead and oversee dining services operations for a small to medium volume location

    • Manage, coach, and support a team of food service professionals in a seated dining room and special events setting

    • Serve as the primary point of contact for guests, resolving concerns professionally and service-focused

    • Partner with the Chef and leadership team on menu execution, food quality, and service standards

    • Support budgeting, profit and loss performance, and cost controls for the account

    • Ensure compliance with sanitation, food safety, infection control, and quality standards

    • Assist with implementation of new culinary programs in collaboration with marketing and culinary teams

    • Contribute to quarterly client reports and operational presentations

    • Collaborate with culinary and marketing teams to drive innovation, food quality, and sales growth

    • Perform other duties as assigned

    Qualifications

    • Minimum 2 years of leadership or supervisory experience in food service; culinary or kitchen-adjacent leadership experience strongly preferred

    • Background in restaurants, hotels, corporate dining, education, healthcare, military, or similar food service operations

    • Experience with table service and catering preferred

    • Strong hospitality mindset with an interest in sustainability and responsible food practices

    • Proficient in Microsoft Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook, and internet-based tools

    • ServSafe certification preferred

    • Associate’s degree preferred

     

    Apply to Bon Appetit today!

     

    _Bon Appetit is a member of Compass Group USA._

     

    Click here to Learn More about the Compass Story (http://www.compass-usa.com/our-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 (https://www.compass-usa.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/08/2023\_WageTransparency\_BAMCO.pdf) or copy/paste the link below for paid time off benefits information.

     

    https://www.compass-usa.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/08/2023\_WageTransparency\_BAMCO.pdf

     

    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.

     

    Bon Appetit maintains a drug-free workplace.

     

    **Req ID:** 1490337

     

    Bon Appetit

     

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