Correctional Food Service Director - Lead Dining Operations

Elior Group; West Chester (Chester County); On-site; USD 70,000 - 75,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical Insurance

Vision Insurance

UNUM benefits

Discount Program

Commuter Benefits

EAP

401k

Sick Time

Holiday Pay

Tuition Reimbursement

Paid Time Off

Job summary

Elior North America, via Summit, is seeking a Food Service Director for the Corrections segment in West Chester, PA, to lead a team and oversee all aspects of the department to ensure meals are served efficiently.

West Chester, PA-based role requires coordinating operations, managing staff, and ensuring safety and sanitation standards, with a compensation range of $70,000–$75,000 per year. This onsite position aligns with our nationwide corrections dining program.

Qualifications

• At least two years of experience coordinating food service operations.
• Experience with industrial cooking.
• Excellent communication with hourly staff and company executives.
• Ability to manage in a diverse environment with strong client service focus.
• Experience with and knowledge of Microsoft Office applications.
• ServSafe and/or HACCP certification is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Managing all functions of the food service department and its resources.
• Lead a team of associates, including hiring and training new employees.
• Ensure staff meet culinary, safety, and sanitation standards and regulations.
• Budgeting for the department, including directly purchasing ingredients and meeting targets.
• Coordinate with the district manager or other departments regarding dining service.

Skills

Food service coordination

Communication skills

Diversity and customer service

Staff leadership

Microsoft Office proficiency

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

Elior North America, via Summit, is seeking a Food Service Director for the Corrections segment in West Chester, PA, to lead a team and oversee all aspects of the department to ensure meals are served efficiently.

West Chester, PA-based role requires coordinating operations, managing staff, and ensuring safety and sanitation standards, with a compensation range of $70,000–$75,000 per year. This onsite position aligns with our nationwide corrections dining program.