Remote Director of Dining Services II

Compass Group USA; New York (NY); On-site; USD 120,000 - 170,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical

Vision

Life Insurance

Disability Insurance

Retirement Plan

Paid Time Off

FSAs

Employee Assistance Program

Job summary

Restaurant Associates, part of Compass Group USA, seeks a Director of Dining Services for a Corporate dining account. This leadership role ensures premier service, cost efficiency, and adherence to food safety standards across retail, cafeteria, and catering operations.

The Director will lead salaried managers and hourly staff, manage budgets, and drive quality improvements while maintaining client satisfaction and strong financial performance.

Qualifications

• B.S. degree in Food Services Technology/Management or A.A. degree plus four years related experience.
• Five to seven years of direct foodservice operational management experience with inventory and purchasing knowledge.
• Strong knowledge of food trends, quality, sanitation, and cost controls.
• P&L accountability or contract-managed service experience desirable.
• Strong supervisory and communication skills.
• Proficient computer skills including MS Office and other programs.

Responsibilities

• Manages salaried managers and hourly associates in the Food Service Department.
• Oversees the overall direction, coordination, and evaluation of the account.
• Interviews, hires, and trains associates; plans, assigns, and directs work; evaluates performance; rewards and disciplines staff; resolves complaints.
• Prepares and manages annual budget.
• Utilizes company systems for required reports (inventory, cash reports, payroll, timekeeping).
• Oversees preparation and service of food and beverages adhering to HACCP/OSHA and portion control.
• Other duties as assigned.

Skills

Leadership

Budgeting

Operations management

Communication

Food cost control

Education

B.S. in Food Services Technology/Management

A.A. + 4 years related experience

Tools

Microsoft Office

Inventory management systems

Job description

Restaurant Associates, part of Compass Group USA, seeks a Director of Dining Services for a Corporate dining account. This leadership role ensures premier service, cost efficiency, and adherence to food safety standards across retail, cafeteria, and catering operations.

The Director will lead salaried managers and hourly staff, manage budgets, and drive quality improvements while maintaining client satisfaction and strong financial performance.