Director of Campus Dining Services

Compass Group USA; Hartford (CT); On-site; USD 70,000 - 80,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical

Dental

Vision

401k

PTO

Company-paid parking on campus

Job summary

Chartwells Higher Education is seeking a Director of Dining Service I at Trinity College in Hartford, CT to oversee day-to-day campus dining operations and financial performance while ensuring contract compliance and health standards. The role emphasizes quality, staff development, and customer satisfaction.

Joining Chartwells provides an opportunity to drive dining excellence on campus, advance within a growing organization, and enjoy perks such as company-paid parking on campus from day one.

Qualifications

• Associate degree preferred.
• Six or more years of operational food service management experience.
• Knowledge of food and catering trends with a focus on quality, production, sanitation, food cost controls, marketing, and presentation.
• Strong leadership abilities with validated experience in supervising and developing staff.
• Excellent organizational skills and ability to prioritize optimally.
• Outstanding customer service skills with a dedication to maintaining high standards of quality.
• Proficiency in preparing and analyzing financial reports.
• Flexibility to work evenings, weekends, and holidays as needed.
• Must be experienced with computers.
• ServSafe Certified.

Responsibilities

• Supervise the hiring, training, and development of staff to uphold excellence in service and food quality.
• Maintain client and customer happiness by ensuring food quality and customer service standards are met consistently.
• Prepare and complete all vital daily, weekly, and financial reports, including those related to food and labor costs.
• Ensure compliance with all quality and food safety standards to guarantee the health and safety of our customers.
• Champion strong client relationships to align our programs with their objectives, driving happiness and retention.
• Perform other duties as assigned to support the efficient functioning of dining operations.

Skills

Leadership

Customer service

Financial reports

Computers

ServSafe

Education

Associate degree preferred

Job description

Chartwells Higher Education is seeking a Director of Dining Service I at Trinity College in Hartford, CT to oversee day-to-day campus dining operations and financial performance while ensuring contract compliance and health standards. The role emphasizes quality, staff development, and customer satisfaction.

Joining Chartwells provides an opportunity to drive dining excellence on campus, advance within a growing organization, and enjoy perks such as company-paid parking on campus from day one.