Director Of Dining Services - Louisville, KY

Director Of Dining Services

Flik Independent School Dining has been leading the way in transforming private and independent school foodservice across 300 communities for over four decades. Our passionate team of associates is fully committed to delivering exceptional foodservice experiences every single time. Our meals are crafted from fresh, locally sourced ingredients, supporting sustainable agricultural practices that benefit our communities. But we don't stop at just foodservice – we take it to the next level by offering cutting-edge nutrition education programs that empower students to make smart, healthy choices daily. By combining nutritious meals with comprehensive education, we equip students with the essential tools they need to lead a healthy and thriving life. We believe in nourishing the whole person, creating community through great food and programming, and doing what's right, every time. We are nourishing a brighter future.

Job Summary

The Director of Dining Services is an exciting opportunity for an upbeat, entrepreneurial manager who is constantly seeking a better way to conduct business. This key leadership position is directly responsible for the successful operation of Dining Services. The Director ensures client, customer service/happiness with efficient cost effective management that both meets and exceeds stated expectations. They are responsible for all foodservice-related activities; including care (retail, cafeteria, catering etc), quality improvement, sanitation, infection control, and all client-related activities.

Key Responsibilities:

• Leads salaried managers and hourly associates in the Food Service Department

• Leads all aspects of the overall direction, coordination, and evaluation of the account

• Interviews, hires, and trains associates; plans, assigns, and advises work; appraises performance; rewards and disciplines associates; addresses complaints and resolves problems

• Prepares and leads annual budget

• Apply company systems for completion of required daily/weekly/monthly reports such as inventory, cash reports, production records, payroll/time-keeping, etc.

• Oversees and participates in the preparation and service of food and beverage items in adherence to company food standards for preparation, presentation, sanitation and safety (meeting HACCP and OSHA guidelines) and portion control

• Other duties as assigned

Preferred Qualifications:

• B.S. Degree in Food Services Technology/Management or related field; or A.A. Degree plus four years of directly related experience preferred

• Five to seven years of direct foodservice operational management experience with inventory and purchasing knowledge and control

• Solid understanding of food and catering trends with a focus on quality, production, sanitation, food cost controls, and presentation

• Previous P&L accountability or contract-managed service experience is desirable

• Strong supervisory, leadership, management and coaching skills

• Strong interpersonal skills, both written and verbal

• Ability to communicate on various levels to include management, client, customer and associate levels

• Excellent financial, budgetary, accounting and computational skills

• Proficient digital literacy to include; various computer programs, Microsoft Office programs, e-mail and the Internet

• ServSafe® Certified