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SAGE Dining Services® is seeking an exceptional Assistant Food Service Director to help lead a dynamic, high-volume, seven-day culinary program at a prestigious private day/boarding school in beautiful Princeton, NJ. This is more than a management role; it's an opportunity to make a lasting impact. As a hands-on leader, you'll help oversee daily food production, mentor and inspire a talented culinary team, and ensure seamless operations while delivering an outstanding dining experience every day. We're looking for a motivated professional who excels at leading teams and is strongly committed to operational excellence. At SAGE, every meal matters. From everyday dining to memorable catered events, we're committed to creating exceptional culinary experiences that exceed expectations. Our managers combine culinary expertise with a customer-first mindset, developing innovative, customized menus that reflect the unique tastes and needs of each campus community we serve. If you're ready to grow your leadership career with a company that invests in its people, rewards innovation, and promotes from within, this is the opportunity you've been waiting for. Join a thriving team where your leadership, passion, and culinary expertise will make a difference every day. Apply today!

Salary Range:

$75,000 -$78,000

Time Commitment:

Full Time What you'll get: Competitive salary and benefits. Collaborative environment. Emphasis on training and development. Opportunities for advancement. Mission based company with values you trust. Appreciative community. Tremendous amount of resources and tools at your fingertips. What you'll do: Demonstrate exemplary customer service skills and develop client relationships. Hire, mentor, and train Team Members in a positive environment. Create menus for daily meal service as well as for a variety of catering events. Implement and maintain HACCP standards Manage merchandising. Deliver fabulous catering results every time. Communicate clearly, professionally, and effectively. Deliver budgeted financial results. Manage ordering and inventory. Develop strong client and customer relationships. What you'll need: Strong leadership abilities. Demonstrated ability to manage a food service operation in a financially responsible manner. Outstanding customer service skills and ability to develop client relationships.

Substantial culinary knowledge:

trends, techniques, and processes. Proven ability to hire, train, evaluate, and manage people. Minimum three years hands-on catering experience.

Knowledge of all things catering:

set ups, menu process and client meetings. High energy, positive attitude and superior ethics. Candidate must be dynamic, outgoing, and friendly. Ability to plan and organize with proficiency. Fluency in sanitation and safety standards. Superior computer skills with Microsoft Office and Outlook. Current ServSafe® certification, as well as local health department certification, where required. Expert level communicator (verbal and written) with an emphasis on follow up. Five years minimum of high-volume upscale menu writing and production Knowledge of current food trends Three years production experience. About SAGE As a Manager with SAGE, you'll lead a talented culinary team in a collaborative environment where passionate people come together to create great food and feed the future. At SAGE, Managers do more than oversee operations. They shape the dining experience for students, faculty, and staff with fresh, chef-inspired menus made from scratch. You'll guide your team, build strong client relationships, and make a lasting impact. We offer better work-life balance than restaurants, as well as ongoing training and real opportunities to grow. If you're excited about food, leadership, and making a difference, SAGE is the place for you! Management Team Members enjoy comprehensive medical, dental, and vision coverage with multiple plan options; company-paid short-term disability; company-paid life insurance; supplemental life insurance; long-term disability; a 401(k) with company match; a discount buying program; an employee assistance program; paid holidays and personal days; and benefits through the SAGE Foundation, including access to apply for academic scholarships for dependents and disaster assistance. All Team Members accrue sick time, and full-time Team Members accrue vacation time.

GROW. CREATE. COLLABORATE.

Learn more at sagedining.com or connect with us on Instagram, LinkedIn, Facebook, and YouTube. This job advertisement should not be misconstrued as an offer of employment or a comprehensive listing of position responsibilities/expectations. Equal opportunity employer. If you're a candidate living in California or applying for a position in California, please visit sagedining.com/blog/post/156768/california-consumer-privacy-notice-to-california-employees-and-job-applicants for information regarding SAGE's California privacy practices.

Job Type:

Full-time Pay:

$75,000.00 - $78,000.00 per year

Benefits:

401(k) 401(k) matching Dental insurance Health insurance Paid time off Vision insurance People with a criminal record are encouraged to apply

Work Location:

In person