DIR, DINING SERVICES SR I - METAIRIE, LA

Compass Group USA; Metairie (LA); On-site; USD 150,000 - 190,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Retirement Plan

Health and Wellness Programs

Discount Marketplace

Identify Theft Protection

Pet Insurance

Job summary

Morrison Healthcare, a Compass Group company, is hiring a Sr. Director of Dining Services in Metairie, LA. You will oversee day-to-day foodservice operations, manage staff, nurture client relationships, and drive profitability while upholding the highest standards of quality and sanitation.

Experience in leadership, foodservice management, and P&L accountability is required; ServSafe certification is a plus. The role offers full-time employment with comprehensive benefits.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree or equivalent years of experience.
• Minimum five years of proven leadership expertise in foodservice.
• Two to four years of direct dining/foodservice operations management experience with inventory & purchasing control.

Responsibilities

• Oversee day-to-day dining services operations.
• Lead and develop a team of staff while ensuring client satisfaction.
• Manage budget adherence and profitability of the account.
• Ensure high-quality food offerings and safety/sanitation programs.
• Foster strong relationships with guests, clients, and cross-departments.

Skills

Leadership

Budget Management

Foodservice Operations

Client Relationships

Talent Development

Safety & Sanitation

P&L Accountability

ServSafe Certification

Education

Bachelor's Degree or equivalent

Job description

DIR, DINING SERVICES SR I - METAIRIE, LA

• We are hiring immediately for a Sr. Director, Dining Servicesposition.

Make a difference in the lives of people, your community, and yourself. At Morrison Healthcare, a Compass Healthcare company, you’ll join a culture that values caring for people, fostering belonging, and creating moments that truly matter. Here, your work has purpose: to nourish patients, caregivers, and communities while upholding the highest standards of detail, quality, and excellence in every meal served.

For more than 70 years, Morrison has supported leading health systems nationwide with culinary, nutritional, and operational expertise. With more than 31,000 dedicated team members, including 1,600 registered dietitians and 1,200 executive chefs, we empower and uplift each other by working together, take responsibility for our commitments, and believe in helping one another achieve more together by realizing our unlimited potential.

Job Summary

Job Summary:

The Sr. Director of Dining Services is responsible for overseeing the day to day Foodservice operations. You will manage and lead a team of employees, and also be responsible for managing client relationships, profitability of the account, and talent development.

Key Responsibilities:

• Operates the department in accordance with the approved budget, while providing the client with the maximum value for the dollars spent
• Ensures that the food that is offered is of superior quality
• Directs and conducts safety, sanitation, and maintenance programs
• Maintains excellent relationships with guests and clients as well as other departments within the community
• Promotes the professional growth and development of the entire team
• Fosters strong inter-departmental relations and integrate the dining service department with the facility plan of operations

Preferred Qualifications:

• Bachelor's Degreeor equivalent years of additional experience
• Minimum of five years of Proven Leadership expertise
• Two to four years of direct foodservice operational management experience with inventory and purchasing knowledge and control
• Strong knowledge of food and catering trends with a focus on quality, production, sanitation, food cost controls, and presentation
• Knowledge of P&L accountability and contract-managed service experience is desirable
• ServSafe® certified a plus
• Must be forward thinking, proactive and the face of the company

BENEFITS FOR OUR TEAM MEMBERS

• Full-time and part-time positionsare offered the following benefits: Retirement Plan, Associate Shopping Program, Health and Wellness Programs, Discount Marketplace, Identify Theft Protection, Pet Insurance, and other voluntary benefits including Critical Illness Insurance, Accident Insurance, Hospital Indemnity Insurance, Legal Services, and Choice Auto and Home Program
• Full-time positions also offerthe following benefits to associates: Medical, Dental, Vision, Life Insurance/AD, Disability Insurance, Commuter Benefits, Employee Assistance Program, Flexible Spending Accounts (FSAs)

Morrison Healthcare is a member of Compass Group. 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.

Morrison Healthcare maintains a drug‑free workplace.