Campus Dining Director: Lead Operations & Menu

Upper Crust Food Service; Moberly (MO); On-site; USD 60,000 - 62,000; Full time

Job summary

Upper Crust Food Service is seeking a local dining operations leader for a College site, owning client satisfaction, financial performance, and team leadership. You will ensure high-quality, from-scratch food and an excellent student and partner experience in line with our standards.

The role requires 3–5+ years of foodservice leadership, strong financial and operational skills, ServSafe certification, and the ability to lead on-site teams of 20+.

Qualifications

• 3–5+ years of foodservice or hospitality leadership experience.
• Strong financial and operational management skills.
• Proven ability to lead teams and manage client relationships.
• Excellent communication and problem-solving skills.
• ServSafe certification (or ability to obtain).
• Must be a trained Chef with experience in high volume catering and leading staff of 20+.

Responsibilities

• Own P&L performance, including budgeting, cost control, and financial results.
• Lead, coach, and develop on-site culinary and service teams.
• Build and maintain strong relationships with campus partners and stakeholders.
• Oversee menu execution to ensure quality, variety, and adherence to standards.
• Ensure food safety, cleanliness, and operational compliance.
• Partner with leadership to implement new programs and drive performance.

Skills

Leadership

Financial management

Operational management

Communication

Problem-solving

ServSafe certification

Education

Trained Chef

Job description

Upper Crust Food Service is seeking a local dining operations leader for a College site, owning client satisfaction, financial performance, and team leadership. You will ensure high-quality, from-scratch food and an excellent student and partner experience in line with our standards.

The role requires 3–5+ years of foodservice leadership, strong financial and operational skills, ServSafe certification, and the ability to lead on-site teams of 20+.