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Food Service Director

Lexington Independents
Pelahatchie, MS Full Time
POSTED ON 2/22/2025
AVAILABLE BEFORE 5/23/2025

Job Description

Job Description

Food Service Director

Job Reference Number :   26895

Employment Type :   Full-Time ,  Onsite

Segment :   Education

Brand :   Lexington-Independents

State :   Mississippi (US-MS)

The Role at a glance :

We are looking to add a motivated, effective food service director to our education team in Pelahatchie, MS. As a food service director, you will have the opportunity to lead a talented team of food service workers and manage all aspects of a food service department to ensure that customers and clients never miss a meal.

Your Pay :

Compensation for this position starts at $40,000 / year and goes up based on experience.

Schedule : Monday through Friday, no nights, weekends, or holidays.

What you'll be doing :

  • Managing all functions of the food service department and its resources.
  • Manage and lead a team of associates, including hiring and training new employees.
  • Ensuring that staff meet all culinary, safety, and sanitation standards and regulations.
  • Budgeting for the department, including directly purchasing ingredients and ensuring the account meets all targets and forecasts.
  • Conferring with the district manager or other departments regarding the technical and administrative aspects of dining service.
  • Addressing customer service needs.

What we're looking for :

Must-haves :

  • At least five years of experience coordinating food service operations.
  • Previous experience with industrial cooking in higher education, K12, or private school setting.
  • Excellent communication skills and experience communicating with both hourly staff and company executives.
  • The ability to manage in a diverse environment with a strong focus on client and customer services and satisfaction.
  • Experience with and knowledge of all Microsoft Office suite applications.
  • Nice-to-haves :

  • ServSafe and / or HACCP certification
  • Where you'll be working :

    East Rankin Academy

    Our Benefits :

  • Medical (FT Employees)
  • Dental
  • Vision
  • Voluntary UNUM offering for Accident, Critical Illness and Hospital Indemnity
  • Discount Program
  • Commuter Benefits (Parking and Transit)
  • 401k
  • Sick Time
  • Holiday Pay (9 paid holidays)
  • Tuition Reimbursement (FT Employees)
  • Paid Time Off
  • About Lexington Independents :

    Lexington Independents works to create culinary experiences for independent school districts across the country. We believe that healthy, delicious food is critical to the mental, physical, and social wellbeing of students, and we feel privileged to provide them with meals that they’ll love every day.

    About Elior North America :

    Elior North America is an equal opportunity employer.  Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability or protected veteran status. We are committed to diversity and encourage applications from people of all backgrounds and abilities. We take pride in supporting the development of our employees and their skills at all levels and in fostering an environment of growth.

    At Elior North America, we are committed to offering growth and advancement opportunities for all of our employees. The valuable skills and experience you’ve gained with Elior will propel you further in your career, whether with our corporate office or one of our brand segments.

    Disclaimer :  This job description can be revised  by management as needed.

    Salary : $40,000

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