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DIRECTOR CULINARY OPERATIONS- Campus Dining-PITT -Pittsburgh, PA

Chartwells Higher Education Dining Services
Pittsburgh, PA Full Time
POSTED ON 3/29/2025
AVAILABLE BEFORE 4/27/2025
Location: University of Pittsburgh - PITTSBURGH, PA

Salary: $75,000-85,000

At over 300 college & universities around the country, Chartwells Higher Education is re-inventing the on-campus dining experience. We are challenging the norm and setting new standards by investing in high-tech, food-infused social spaces that bring people together to promote meaningful relationships and interactions. We are food-forward difference makers, bound together by a desire to feed hungry minds and prepare students for success.

We are seeking hungry, humble and smart associates who are looking to join and grow with a diverse organization. We invite you to start your career journey with us and look forward to hearing from you.

Job Summary

Chartwells Higher Ed is seeking an energetic and dynamic Director of Culinary Operations to lead the EATERY, the largest dining hall on campus (featuring 8 stations including Kosher, Allergen friendly and Plant forward dining options!) You will bring an operations and culinary mindset onto the prestigious campus of the UNIVERSITY OF PITTSBURGH in the heart of the city. You will lead a team of up to 90 UNION employees, serving close to 7,000 meals per day! As a key leader at this growing account, the position is directly responsible for the successful operation of Dining Services. The Director ensures client, customer service/satisfaction with efficient cost-effective management that both meets and exceeds Chartwells and client expectations.

The Eatery, The University of Pittsburgh’s largest dining facility, has undergone a complete transformation, evolving into an industry-leading dining facility, boasting ten independent concepts and modern integrations designed to offer an unparalleled dining experience. The Eatery feels like a modern, fast-casual restaurant galley trending in urban areas rather than a traditional dining hall.

Table 33 represents the 33 states in Latin America.

Kokumi is a Western-Asian inspired station, featuring Halal-certified proteins, and open-flame, wok-tossed campus favorites like General Tsos and Lo Mein, and Middle Eastern staples like Grilled Kebab, Beef Tagine, and House-Made Hummus.

The Briny Pickle is the new "corner-deli" where the options are endless when ordering your own custom-made sandwiches and salads.

Cucina features rustic and old world-inspired flavors, hand-tossed pizzas, and made-to-order pasta options like Carbonara and Penne Alla Vodka utilizing fresh-made pasta with classic and local ingredients.

FARM STAND is a stop for Home-cooked favorites with a plant-forward focus. Offering classic comfort foods that feature farm-fresh ingredients.

Key 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; appraises performance; rewards and disciplines associates; addresses complaints and resolves problems

Prepares and manages annual budget

Utilize 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 contro

Preferred Qualifications:

Five plus years of direct foodservice operational management experience with inventory and purchasing knowledge and control

Strong knowledge 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

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

Excellent financial, budgetary, accounting and computational skills

ServSafe® Certified

Apply to Chartwells Higher Education today!

Chartwells Higher Education is a member of Compass Group USA

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Compass Group is an equal opportunity employer. At Compass, we are committed to treating all Applicants and Associates fairly based on their abilities, achievements, and experience without regard to race, national origin, sex, age, disability, veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity, or any other classification protected by law.

Qualified candidates must be able to perform the essential functions of this position satisfactorily with or without a reasonable accommodation. Disclaimer: this job post is not necessarily an exhaustive list of all essential responsibilities, skills, tasks, or requirements associated with this position. While this is intended to be an accurate reflection of the position posted, the Company reserves the right to modify or change the essential functions of the job based on business necessity. We will consider for employment all qualified applicants, including those with a criminal history (including relevant driving history), in a manner consistent with all applicable federal, state, and local laws, including the City of Los Angeles’ Fair Chance Initiative for Hiring Ordinance, the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance, and the New York Fair Chance Act.

Applications are accepted on an ongoing basis.

Chartwells Higher Ed maintains a drug-free workplace.

Associates at Chartwells Higher Edare offered many fantastic benefits.

  • Medical
  • Dental
  • Vision
  • Life Insurance/ AD
  • Disability Insurance
  • Retirement Plan
  • Paid Time Off
  • Holiday Time Off (varies by site/state)
  • Associate Shopping Program
  • Health and Wellness Programs
  • Discount Marketplace
  • Identity Theft Protection
  • Pet Insurance
  • Commuter Benefits
  • Employee Assistance Program
  • Flexible Spending Accounts (FSAs)
  • Paid Parental Leave
  • Personal Leave

Associates may also be eligible for paid and/or unpaid time off benefits in accordance with applicable federal, state, and local laws. For positions in Washington State, Maryland, or to be performed Remotely, click here for paid time off benefits information

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