A Restaurant or Food Service Supervisor supervises food preparation and staff for a restaurant or dining hall. Manages budget for food supplies, equipment and staff; hires and trains staff; monitors food safety procedures. May plan menus or work with chefs or dieticians to plan menus. Works in a school, hospital, nursing home or other institution.
This is a 10 month contract with days off that correspond to the school calendar. Some summer work is necessary. Additionally, 10 month employees receive 10 PTO days per year. Zest Culinary Services and Unity School is seeking an experienced and passionate Foodservice Director to lead dining operations at a small, private school in Delray Beach. This leadership role is ideal for someone who enjoys building strong teams, creating exceptional dining experiences, and developing meaningful relationships with students, faculty, staff, and school leadership. As Foodservice Director, you will oversee all aspects of the dining program, including culinary operations, financial performance, team development, food safety, and guest satisfaction. Most importantly, you will cultivate a culture where hospitality, service, and genuine care are experienced every day. What You'll Do Lead the Operation Provide day-to-day leadership of all dining operations. Ensure outstanding food quality, presentation, and service. Maintain a safe, clean, and organized kitchen and dining environment. Ensure compliance with all food safety, sanitation, and company standards. Inspire Your Team Recruit, train, coach, and develop a high-performing team. Create a positive workplace culture built on respect, accountability, and teamwork. Schedule and manage staffing to support efficient operations. Lead regular team meetings focused on communication, development, and continuous improvement. Drive Financial Performance Manage food, labor, and operating expenses to meet budget expectations. Monitor purchasing, inventory, and product utilization. Reduce waste while maintaining quality and guest satisfaction. Prepare and analyze operational reports to support informed decision-making. Build Relationships Develop strong partnerships with all school community members. Listen to guest feedback and continually enhance the dining experience. Support special events, catering, and campus engagement opportunities. Represent the organization with professionalism and integrity. Qualifications Five or more years of progressive foodservice leadership experience. Experience leading and developing teams. Strong financial and operational management skills. Knowledge of food safety, sanitation, HACCP, and health regulations. Culinary degree or apprenticeship preferred. Valid driver's license. Ability to work a flexible schedule as operational needs require. What We're Looking For The ideal candidate is: A servant leader who enjoys developing people. Passionate about hospitality and creating memorable guest experiences. Highly organized with strong communication and problem-solving skills. Comfortable balancing operational excellence with relationship building. Driven to continually improve both the dining experience and team performance. Physical Requirements Ability to stand for extended periods. Ability to lift up to 50 pounds. Ability to bend, kneel, squat, reach, push, and pull throughout the workday. Ability to work in a commercial kitchen environment with varying temperatures. Why Zest Culinary Services? At Zest Culinary Services, we believe dining is about much more than serving meals - it's about creating community. Backed by more than 70 years of hospitality excellence through MMI Hospitality Group, we partner with schools, colleges, healthcare organizations, and businesses to deliver exceptional dining experiences rooted in hospitality, quality, and genuine care. When you join Zest, you'll become part of a growing organization that values leadership, innovation, teamwork, and service. We offer competitive compensation, comprehensive benefits, professional growth opportunities, and the chance to make a meaningful impact every day. Why Unity School? Founded in 1964, Unity School is a private, independent school located in Delray Beach, Florida. Our school combines academic excellence with fine arts and music education, athletics/physical education, and character development. This results in well-rounded students prepared for competitive high school and college environments. Unity School's facilities include a gymnasium with a theater-sized performance stage and dedicated studios for art, music, and TV production. Our Lessons-in-Living program truly sets Unity School apart from other schools. It focuses on earth stewardship, community outreach, peace education, and more. Through its teachings, students develop strong morals, ethics, and values that complement the school's advanced academic focus. Our students are taught important life skills that help to fully prepare them as future world citizens. We currently have an enrollment of approximately 450 students from toddler (2 years old) through eighth grade in three divisions: Montessori Preschool, Unity Elementary School & Unity Middle School. As an Equal Opportunity Employer, Unity School and Zest Culinary Services seek candidates who will add to the vision of our school community while placing value on our traditions.
Pay:
$58,000.00 - $65,000.00 per year
Benefits:
Dental insurance Food provided Health insurance Paid time off Professional development assistance Vision insurance
