Director of Dining Services

Meriwether Godsey; Charlottesville (VA); On-site; USD 95,000 - 140,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive pay

Meals provided

Uniforms

Health insurance

Vision insurance

Dental

Career growth

Job summary

Meriwether Godsey is seeking an experienced Director of Dining Services to lead and manage dining operations for a B&I account in Charlottesville, Virginia. The role emphasizes culinary excellence, strong management, and a commitment to diversity within a fast-paced environment.

The position requires a track record in contract food service operations, high-end catering, and campus dining, with a participative leadership style and a focus on safety and sustainability.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree or ten years of related experience.
• 5+ years in contract food service operations, high-end catering management, and campus dining.
• Participative management style with strong leadership skills.
• Excellent communication and presentation abilities.

Responsibilities

• Support account activities to ensure smooth operations reflecting the MG brand.
• Assist with financial planning, budgeting, analysis, and reporting to meet goals.
• Lead and develop direct reports through coaching and feedback.
• Oversee menu development, purchasing, and production with current trends.
• Support high-end catering activities including planning and execution.
• Foster inclusive client and customer relationships.
• Maintain HACCP standards and a healthy work environment.
• Support recruitment, interviewing, hiring, and staff development.

Skills

Leadership

Communication

Project Management

Team Development

Budgeting

HACCP Knowledge

Food Safety

Menu Development

Client Relationships

Sustainability

Education

Bachelor’s Degree

Ten years related experience

Job description

Meriwether Godsey is seeking an experienced Director of Dining Services to lead and manage dining operations for a B&I account in Charlottesville, Virginia. Our ideal candidates have strong culinary and management skills, a vision for excellence, a creative mind, a passion, and a demonstrated commitment to promoting diversity.

What You 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, 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 You Need

• Bachelor’s Degree or ten years of related experience
• 5+ years of experience in Contract Food Service Operations, High‑End Catering Management, and Campus Dining. College Campus Dining Management is a plus
• Participative management style and excellent leadership skills
• Strong communication and presentation skills
• 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

What You Will Get

Competitive Pay, Meals, Uniforms, 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 Charlottesville, VA market!

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