Director of Dining Services - Corporate Dining

Restaurant Associates; Jersey City (NJ); On-site; USD 85,000 - 95,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a forward-thinking company as the Director of Dining Services, where you will lead hospitality excellence for a prestigious corporate client. This role offers a competitive salary and bonus plan, along with a comprehensive benefits package, ensuring a great work/life balance. You will oversee daily operations, manage a dedicated team, and ensure outstanding service quality. If you have a passion for exceptional dining experiences and a background in foodservice management, this is the perfect opportunity to thrive in a supportive and dynamic environment.

Benefits

Medical

Dental

Vision

Life Insurance

Disability Insurance

Retirement Plan

Paid Time Off

Holiday Time Off

Employee Assistance Program

Flexible Spending Accounts

Qualifications

• 5+ years managing foodservice operations.
• Strong leadership and communication skills required.

Responsibilities

• Manage day-to-day foodservice operations and ensure client satisfaction.
• Interview, hire, and train associates while ensuring financial success.

Skills

Hospitality Management

Retail Marketing

Team Management

Communication Skills

Food Safety Knowledge

Education

Bachelor's Degree in Hospitality Management

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

Job Description

Job Description

Position Title: Director of Dining Services

Pay Grade: 13

Reports To: VP

Salary: $85,000 - $95,000

Other Forms of Compensation:

Become part of Restaurant Associates, the industry’s leading provider of dining and event catering for some of the nation's most prestigious museums, performing arts centers and corporations! Voted Glassdoor's Employee Choice Awards- Best Places to Work, This is R/A !

Job Summary

The Director of Dining Services will be the on-site account lead for outstanding hospitality and operational excellence for a designated corporate client.

This position is primarily Monday through Friday (daytime and evening hours required). Outstanding hospitality, retail marketing and pantry/coffee bar management experience are required in this role. With a competitive salary and bonus plan, comprehensive benefits package, and a schedule that allows for an optimal work/life balance, this is an ideal opportunity to join the R/A team and culture of CARE!

Key Responsibilities:

• Ensure the successful day-to-day foodservice operations of an account
• Ensure outstanding client and guest satisfaction
• Manage a team of salaried and hourly associates
• Ensure financial success of the account
• Interview, hire, and train associates; plans, assigns, and directs work; appraises performance; rewards and disciplines associates; addresses complaints and resolves problems

Preferred Qualifications:

• Minimum of 5+ years of direct experience managing foodservice operations
• Knowledge of food and catering trends with a focus on quality, safety and presentation
• Supervisory, leadership, management and coaching skills
• Strong communication skills, both written and verbal on various levels to include management, client, customer and associate levels
• Strong computer skills to include various computer programs, Microsoft Office programs, e-mail and the Internet

Associates at Restaurant Associates are offered many fantastic benefits.

• Medical
• Dental
• Vision
• Life Insurance/ AD
• Disability Insurance
• Retirement Plan
• Paid Time Off
• Holiday Time Off (varies by site/state)
• Associate Shopping Program
• Health and Wellness Programs
• Discount Marketplace
• Identity Theft Protection
• Pet Insurance
• Commuter Benefits
• Employee Assistance Program
• Flexible Spending Accounts (FSAs)
• Paid Parental Leave
• Personal Leave

Applications are accepted on an ongoing basis.

Restaurant Associates maintains a drug-free workplace.

Apply to Restaurant Associates today!

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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. We will consider for employment all qualified applicants, including those with a criminal history (including relevant driving history), in a manner consistent with all applicable federal, state, and local laws, including the City of Los Angeles’ Fair Chance Initiative for Hiring Ordinance, the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance, and the New York Fair Chance Act.

Associates may also be eligible for paid and/or unpaid time off benefits in accordance with applicable federal, state, and local laws. For positions in Washington State, Maryland, or to be performed Remotely, click here for paid time off benefits information.

Req ID: 1417115

Restaurant Associates

Leah Curry

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