Interim Food Service Director — Nutrition & Experience

Quest Food Management Services Llc; Chicago (IL); On-site; USD 65,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

Quest Food Management Services, Inc. is seeking an Interim Food Service Director in Chicago, IL to lead nutrition and guest experience with a strategic vision. You will manage multiple locations, guide staff, and ensure the highest standards in food safety and service.

The role requires strong leadership, budget oversight, and collaboration with sales and operations to drive client satisfaction and sustainable performance.

Qualifications

• Three years of experience in food service management.
• K12 food service experience strongly preferred.
• Experience in developing and managing budgets.
• Experience in food safety leadership within a food service or restaurant environment.

Responsibilities

• Lead Quest nutrition and guest experience efforts with vision and strategic guidance.
• Manage locations and team members; oversee hiring, training, coaching and performance feedback.
• Develop food experience through recipes, menus, concepts and merchandising.

Skills

Food service management

K-12 food service experience

Budget management

Food safety leadership

Team leadership

Client relations

Education

Dietetics / Nutrition / Hospitality Management or equivalent

Tools

MS Office

Job description

Quest Food Management Services, Inc. is seeking an Interim Food Service Director in Chicago, IL to lead nutrition and guest experience with a strategic vision. You will manage multiple locations, guide staff, and ensure the highest standards in food safety and service.

The role requires strong leadership, budget oversight, and collaboration with sales and operations to drive client satisfaction and sustainable performance.