Food Service Director

Aladdin; Hattiesburg (MS); On-site; USD 35,000 - 58,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Vision insurance

401k

Paid time off

Holiday pay

Job summary

Elior Independent School Dining at Presbyterian Christian School is seeking a motivated food service director to lead a team, manage operations, budgets, and compliance. You will oversee staff, ensure safety standards, and coordinate with school leadership to deliver reliable meals.

The role is onsite at Presbyterian Christian School, requiring strong communication and budgeting skills. Prior experience in educational dining environments and ServSafe/HACCP knowledge are valued.

Qualifications

• Two years of experience coordinating food service operations.
• Experience with industrial cooking or large-scale kitchen environments.
• Excellent communication with hourly staff and company executives.
• Ability to manage in a diverse environment with a focus on client and customer satisfaction.

Responsibilities

• Manage all functions of the food service department and resources.
• Lead and train a team of associates; hiring and onboarding.
• Ensure staff meet culinary, safety, and sanitation standards.
• Budget the department, purchase ingredients, and monitor targets and forecasts.
• Collaborate with district managers or other departments on dining service operations.

Skills

Food service operations

Industrial cooking

Communication skills

Microsoft Office

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

Requisition ID42515-Posted08/31/2026-Education-United States-Full-Time

Job Reference Number: 42515
Employment Type: Full-Time, Onsite
Segment: Education
Brand: Elior-Independent-School-Dining
Location: Presbyterian Christian School

The Role at a glance:

We are looking to add a motivated, effective food service director to our Elior Independent School Dining team. As a food service director, you will have the opportunity to lead a talented team of food service workers and manage all aspects of a food service department to ensure that customers and clients never miss a meal.

What you'll be doing:

• Managing all functions of the food service department and its resources.
• Manage and lead a team of associates, including hiring and training new employees.
• Ensuring that staff meet all culinary, safety, and sanitation standards and regulations.
• Budgeting for the department, including directly purchasing ingredients and ensuring the account meets all targets and forecasts.
• Conferring with the district manager or other departments regarding the technical and administrative aspects of dining service.

What we're looking for:

Must-haves:

• At least two years of experience coordinating food service operations.
• Previous experience with industrial cooking.
• Excellent communication skills and experience communicating with both hourly staff and company executives.
• The ability to manage in a diverse environment with a strong focus on client and customer services and satisfaction.
• Experience with and knowledge of all Microsoft Office suite applications.

Nice-to-haves:

• ServSafe and/or HACCP certification

Where you'll be working:

Presbyterian Christian School

Compensation Range

Compensation for this position is up to $58,000 / year based on experience.

• Medical (FT Employees)
• Vision
• Voluntary UNUM offering for Accident, Critical Illness and Hospital Indemnity
• Discount Program
• Commuter Benefits (Parking and Transit)
• EAP
• 401k
• Sick Time
• Holiday Pay (9 paid holidays)
• Tuition Reimbursement (FT Employees)
• Paid Time Off

About Elior Independent School Dining:

Elior Independent School Dining partners with schools to create thoughtful, student-focused dining experiences that go beyond the plate. We serve as an extension of your campus, tailoring our programs to reflect your school’s unique culture and mission. With a strong focus on well-being and community, we provide expert service, culinary creativity, and a personal touch that supports students’ growth and success.

About Elior-North America:

Elior North America is an equal opportunity employer. Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability or protected veteran status.We are committed to diversity and encourage applications from people of all backgrounds and abilities. We take pride in supporting the development of our employees and their skills at all levels and in fostering an environment of growth.

At Elior North America, we are committed to offering growth and advancement opportunities for all of our employees. The valuable skills and experience you’ve gained with Elior will propel you further in your career, whether with our corporate office or one of our brand segments.

Disclaimer: This job description can be revised by management as needed.