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Director of Dining- Operational Excellence

Restaurant Associates
New York, NY Full Time
POSTED ON 2/21/2025
AVAILABLE BEFORE 4/19/2025

Position Title: Director of Dining- Operational Excellence

Pay 13

Reports To: VP, Operational Excellence

Salary: $90,000 - $105,000

Other Forms of Compensation: Benefits

Become part of Restaurant Associates, the industry’s leading provider of dining and event catering for some of the nation's most prestigious museums, performing arts centers and corporations! Voted Glassdoor's Employee Choice Awards- Best Places to Work in 2021, This is R/A !

Job Summary

The Director of Dining Services, reporting directly to the Vice President of Operational Excellence, holds duties related to day-to-day operations of a designated client account. This position entails a need for excellent communication skills, ability to multi-task, strong operational leadership and staff management skills and someone who is a superior relationship builder.

In this role, you will be assigned to various client accounts primarily in the NYC region and may support day to day operations or a number of strategic initiatives; new account start-ups, client/management transitions, etc. If you are a dynamic foodservice leader with strong business etiquette, you consistently enjoy new challenges and projects, and are looking to grow your management career, this is the opportunity for you!

Key Responsibilities:

  • Manages day to day operations of an account
  • Maintains excellent relationships with customers, guests and Client as well as other departments
  • Oversees P&L and budgeting as it pertains to the account
  • Conducts HR functions including hiring, progressive counseling, terminations
  • Oversees scheduling, payroll and team training
  • Works with the Chef and management team to ensure top quality food
  • Rolls out new culinary programs in conjunction with Company marketing and culinary team

Preferred Qualifications:

  • BS, Hospitality or Culinary degree preferred
  • Five years of foodservice operation experience
  • High volume production and catering experience is essential
  • Previous experience managing a budget
  • Desire to learn and grow with a top-notch foodservice company

Apply to Restaurant Associates today!

Restaurant Associates 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. 

 

Associates at Restaurant Associates are 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)

Applications are accepted on an ongoing basis.

Restaurant Associates maintains a drug-free workplace.

 

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:  1401003

Restaurant Associates 

Leah Curry 

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Salary : $90,000 - $105,000

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