Food Service Director

Advance Services, Inc.; Nebraska; On-site; USD 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Advance Services, Inc. seeks a Food Service Director to lead daily operations for a large-scale program with a Monday–Friday daytime schedule.

You will supervise a team, manage production, service, sanitation, and budgets, and ensure compliance with health and safety regulations. Strong leadership and communication skills are essential for success. This role emphasizes customer service, cost control, and vendor management.

Qualifications

• Experience in commercial food service or large-scale operations.
• Associate degree in food and nutrition, culinary arts, business, or related field.
• ServSafe certification (or willingness to obtain).
• Strong organizational, communication, and leadership skills.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office (Excel, Word, Outlook).
• Valid driver’s license.

Responsibilities

• Lead, coach, and develop a team of food service professionals.
• Oversee daily operations including production, service, and sanitation.
• Ensure compliance with food safety, health, and regulatory requirements.
• Manage scheduling, labor costs, and operational budgets.
• Maintain inventory, ordering, and vendor relationships.
• Promote a customer-focused service culture and continuous improvement.
• Represent operations in the community and with key stakeholders.

Skills

Leadership

Team management

Organizational skills

Communication skills

Education

Associate degree in related field

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

We are seeking a Food Service Director to lead and oversee daily food service operations. Monday–Friday daytime schedule means no late nights, no weekends, and no holidays.

Key Responsibilities:

• Lead, coach, and develop a team of food service professionals
• Oversee daily operations, including production, service, and sanitation
• Ensure compliance with food safety, health, and regulatory requirements
• Manage scheduling, labor costs, and operational budgets
• Maintain inventory, ordering, and vendor relationships
• Promote a customer-focused service culture and continuous improvement
• Represent operations in the community and with key stakeholders

Qualifications:

• Prior experience in commercial food service or large-scale food operations
• Associate degree in food and nutrition, culinary arts, business, or related field required
• ServSafe certification (or willingness to obtain)
• Strong organizational, communication, and leadership skills
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office (Excel, Word, Outlook)
• Valid driver’s license

Advance Services, Inc. is an Equal Opportunity Employer.