ASST DIR, DINING SERVICES I - MICHIGAN TECH UNIVERSITY, HOUGHTON, MI

Chartwells Higher Education Dining Services; Houghton (MI); On-site; USD 54,000 - 61,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical

Dental

Vision

Retirement Plan

Paid Time Off

Holiday Time Off

Discount Marketplace

Health and Wellness Programs

Employee Assistance Program

FSAs

Job summary

Chartwells Higher Education Dining Services is seeking an Assistant Director of Dining Services at the Michigan Tech University campus. This role supports the Director in a high-volume dining hall, ensuring guest satisfaction, food quality, and safety standards.

The candidate should lead with energy, positivity, and strong communication to drive performance and client relations in a fast-paced environment.

Qualifications

• 2+ years of food service management experience.
• Experience in restaurants, hotels, corporate dining, education, military, health care, and/or related food service operations.

Responsibilities

• Supervise and develop a team of students and supervisors for efficient service.
• Monitor dining room, kitchen, and back-of-house operations for cleanliness and guest satisfaction.
• Collaborate with Chef and management to create nutritious, high-quality food.
• Lead new culinary programs with marketing and culinary teams.
• Maintain strong client relationships and service standards.
• Manage, train, and develop associates; perform other duties as assigned.

Skills

Leadership

Communication

Financial acumen

MS Office

Education

Associate’s degree preferred

Tools

MS Office

Job description

Salary: $54,000 - $61,000

Other Forms of Compensation: Full Benefits, 401K, and PTO

At over 300 college & universities around the country, Chartwells Higher Education is re-inventing the on-campus dining experience. We are challenging the norm and setting new standards by investing in high-tech, food-infused social spaces that bring people together to promote meaningful relationships and interactions. We are food-forward difference makers, bound together by a desire to feed hungry minds and prepare students for success.

We are seeking hungry, humble and smart associates who are looking to join and grow with a diverse organization. We invite you to start your career journey with us and look forward to hearing from you.

Job Summary

Are you passionate about food service? Do you enjoy a hands‑on role where you are building relationships and exceeding client and guest expectations? If so, you may be a fit for our Assistant Director of Dinng Services position at the stunning Michigan Tech University campus. We have crafted a culture of care and performance. We are #1 in our industry through passion, partnership and results. This role will support the Director of Dining Services for the second largest dining hall on campus including hands‑on leadership in a high‑volume environment, ensuring exceptional guest service, operational efficiency, food quality, and compliance with all safety and sanitation standards.

Chartwells Higher Ed is seeking an individual that has a positive attitude, high energy and excellent communication skills that is committed to contributing to the overall success of our team.

This role will include evening hours and an evening work schedule.

Essential Duties And Responsibilities

• Directly supervise and develop a team of students and supervisors ensure efficient execution of service.
• Monitor dining room, kitchen, and back‑of‑house operations to maintain cleanliness, organization, and a positive guest experience.
• Works with the Chef and management team in creating nutritious and top quality food.
• Implements new culinary programs in conjunction with the marketing and culinary teams.
• Maintains excellent relationships with the client.
• Manages, trains, and develops associates.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

Qualifications

• 2+ years of food service management experience.
• Experience in restaurants, hotels, corporate dining, education, military, health care, and/or related food service operations.
• Strong leadership and communication skills.
• Financial experience and business acumen skills.
• Proficient computer skills and knowledge of MS Office products, including Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook, and internet.
• Associate’s degree is preferred.

Chartwells Higher Ed maintains a drug‑free workplace.

Benefits

Associates at Chartwells Higher Ed 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.

Certain positions may require Florida Level 2 background screening. Details: https://info.flclearinghouse.com/

Chartwells Higher Education is a member of Compass Group USA

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.