Director of Dining Services

Meriwether Godsey; Ambler (Montgomery County); On-site; USD 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Meals

Health benefits

Vision benefits

Dental benefits

Job summary

Meriwether Godsey is seeking a Director of Dining Services to lead the food production program and manage special events. The ideal candidate will bring strong culinary and management skills, a vision for excellence, and a commitment to diversity in a fast-paced environment.

The role emphasizes leading teams, menu development, local sourcing, and high-end catering while maintaining HACCP standards and fostering client relationships.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree or 10+ years related experience.
• 5+ years in contract food service operation, high-end catering management, and campus dining; independent day school dining management preferred.
• Participative management style and excellent leadership.
• Strong communication and presentation skills.
• Ability to foster client relationships.
• Account and project management skills.
• Knowledge of HACCP, sanitation, and workplace safety standards.
• Collaborative team environment with client relationships.
• ServSafe Certification preferred.
• Application of current food trends.
• Knowledge of sustainable practices.
• Proof of Covid-19 vaccination required; exemptions available upon request.

Responsibilities

• Support account activities to ensure operations run smoothly and reflect the MG brand.
• Support account-based financial planning, budget/cost analysis, and reporting to set, monitor, and achieve operating and financial goals.
• Lead by example, engaging and developing direct reports and team members through ongoing support, monitoring, coaching, and feedback.
• Lead teams in preparing meals while embracing fresh, local, and scratch; support and/or manage menu development, purchasing, and production, incorporating the latest trends and practices
• Support high-end catering, including booking, planning, execution, and communication.
• Foster an inclusive environment for all staff and guests; maintain effective client- and customer-centric relationships.
• Maintain HACCP standards and a healthy environment for clients, customers, and employees.
• Support personnel-related functions, including recruitment, interviewing, hiring, growth and development of team members, and performance monitoring.

Skills

Leadership

Communication

Budgeting

Project management

Food safety

ServSafe

Team development

Education

Bachelor’s degree or 10+ years related experience

Job description

Meriwether Godsey is looking for a Director of Dining Services responsible for leading and managing the food production program as well as special events. Our ideal candidate has strong culinary and management skills, a vision for excellence, a creative mind, as well as a passion, and a demonstrated commitment to promoting diversity.

What The Director Of Dining Services Will Do

• Support account activities to ensure operations run smoothly and efficiently and reflect the MG brand.
• Support account-based financial planning, budget/cost analysis, and reporting to set, monitor, and achieve operating and financial goals.
• Lead by example, engaging and developing direct reports and team members through ongoing support, monitoring, coaching, and feedback.
• Lead teams in preparing meals while embracing fresh, local, and scratch; support and/or manage menu development, purchasing, and production, incorporating the latest trends and practices
• Support high-end catering, including booking, planning, execution, and communication.
• Foster an inclusive environment for all staff and guests; maintain effective client- and customer-centric relationships.
• Maintain HACCP standards and a healthy environment for clients, customers, and employees.
• Support personnel-related functions, including recruitment, interviewing, hiring, growth and development of team members, and performance monitoring.

What The Director Of Dining Services Will Need

• Bachelor’s Degree or ten years of related experience
• 5+ Years’ experience in Contract Food Service Operation, High-End Catering Management, and Campus Dining experience, prior Independent Day School Dining Management highly preferred
• Participative management style and excellent leadership skills
• Strong communication and presentation skills
• Ability to foster client relationships
• Account and Project Management Skills
• Knowledge of food safety (HACCP), sanitation, and overall workplace safety standards.
• Ability to work in a collaborative team environment while fostering strong client and customer relationships.
• ServSafe® Food Protection Manager Certification preferred
• Application and promotion of current food trends
• Proficiency and growing knowledge of sustainable practices
• Will be required to provide proof of Covid-19 vaccination. Exemptions available upon request

What The Director Of Dining Services Will Get

• Competitive Pay, Meals, Leadership Support & Development, and Benefits such as Health, Vision, Dental, and more!

Meriwether Godsey offers significant opportunities for growth and career advancement. The work environment is fast-paced, team-oriented, and high-energy. You’ll be surrounded by people who are passionate about what they do. Interested in learning more? Visit our About Us Page

Enjoy a people- and food-focused environment where you have the opportunity to make a difference every day and advance your career. Help Meriwether Godsey set the standard for hospitality in the Philadelphia market!

MeriwetherGodsey is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to fostering an inclusive, equitable workplace.