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Job Description
Job Description
Position Title : Sr. Director of Dining Services II- Point Park University
Reports To : Director of Operations
Salary :
CulinArt Group operates over 250 onsite corporate, higher education, private school, healthcare and destination recreation / leisure dining facilities in 18 states, including cafés, coffee bars, concessions, executive dining, catering and conference dining, social catering / special events, office coffee service and vending. CulinArt’s extremely diverse client portfolio affords great opportunities for career advancement within the company, across multiple industry segments and geographic regions.
Job Summary
As the Senior Director of Dining Services (Sr DDS) at Point Park University, you will oversee and manage all university dining operations, ensuring that we provide outstanding service to students, faculty, and staff. You will be the primary point of contact with university administrators responsible for food service, lead a diverse team of dining professionals, and manage both operational and financial goals within your account. This is a dynamic, high-visibility role that requires exceptional leadership, relationship-building, and a strong commitment to meeting and exceeding client expectations.
Key Responsibilities :
- Lead, inspire, and develop a team of dining services professionals to deliver exceptional food service to the university community. Manage a large team or multiple teams across dining locations, ensuring efficient and effective service delivery.
- Build and maintain strong relationships with key stakeholders at Point Park University. Serve as the primary liaison between the university and Chartwells, attending key client and community events to promote our brand.
- Drive the achievement of key performance indicators (KPIs), including profitability, safety, engagement, and customer satisfaction. Evaluate team performance, set clear goals, and support professional growth through coaching and development.
- Ensure the consistent delivery of quality food service operations by making strategic decisions that balance risk, reward, and short- and long-term implications. Support functional areas like safety, marketing, nutrition, and culinary to ensure all operational standards are met.
- Oversee adherence to USDA regulations and company policies, conducting regular audits for food safety, sanitation, and overall compliance. Ensure timely completion of all required reporting.
- Own the financial performance of the account(s), including accurate reporting, forecasting, and budgeting processes. Manage expenses and revenue streams to drive profitability while maintaining high service standards.
- Retain and expand client relationships by identifying cross-sell opportunities, participating in the rebid process, and continuously looking for ways to enhance service offerings.
- Foster a culture of transparency, education, safety, and accountability. Promote diversity and inclusion within the team, ensuring a supportive and collaborative environment.Regularly assess risks and make informed decisions in collaboration with team members and leadership to address challenges proactively and effectively.
Preferred Qualifications :
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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.
Associates at CulinArt are offered many fantastic benefits.
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.
Req ID : 1404071
CulinArt Sector
Jenah Freeman
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