Director of Dining Services

Meriwether Godsey, Inc. • Washington, DC

16h

About The Position

Meriwether Godsey is seeking a Director of Dining Services who will be responsible for leading and managing the food production program, as well as special events, at an independent day school in Northwest, DC. Our ideal candidate possesses strong culinary and management skills, a vision for excellence, a creative mind, and a passion, as well as a demonstrated commitment to promoting diversity. This account requires that the Director be an experienced Chef.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s Degree or ten years of related experience
• 5 Years’ experience in Contract Food Service Operation, High-End, and Volume Catering Management experience required
• Participative management style and excellent leadership skills
• Strong communication and presentation skills
• Account and Project Management Skills
• Knowledge of food safety (HACCP), sanitation, and overall workplace safety standards.
• Ability to work in a collaborative team environment while fostering strong client and customer relationships.
• ServSafe® Food Protection Manager Certification preferred
• Application and promotion of current food trends
• Proficiency and growing knowledge of sustainable practices

Responsibilities

• Support account activities to ensure operations run smoothly and efficiently and reflect the MG brand.
• Support account-based financial planning, budget/cost analysis, and reporting to set, monitor, and achieve operating and financial goals.
• Lead by example; engaging and developing direct reports and team members through ongoing support, monitoring, coaching, and feedback.
• Lead teams in preparing meals while embracing fresh, local, and scratch; support and/or manage menu development, purchasing, and production, incorporating the latest trends and practices
• Support high-end catering, including booking, planning, execution, and communication.
• Foster an inclusive environment for all staff and guests; maintain effective client and customer-centric relationships.
• Maintain HACCP standards and a healthy environment for clients, customers, and employees.
• Support personnel-related functions, including recruitment, interviewing, hiring, growth and development of team members, and performance monitoring.

Benefits

• Competitive Pay
• Meals
• Leadership Support & Development
• Benefits such as Health, Vision, Dental, and more!

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Manager
• Number of Employees: 251-500 employees