Food Service Director SAGE Dining Services - 3.2 Fort Lauderdale, FL Job Details Full-time $65,000 - $85,000 a year 1 day ago Benefits Paid holidays Disability insurance Health insurance Dental insurance 401(k) Paid time off Employee assistance program Vision insurance 401(k) matching Opportunities for advancement Life insurance Qualifications Client relationship management Computer operation Customer relationship building Culinary experience Budget control Customer service Catering experience Merchandising Client rapport building In-person customer service Cooking Menu planning Team development Hiring Kitchen cost control Client retention Team training Kitchen staff training Client management Mentoring Computer skills Managing kitchen staff Restaurant cost management Financial acumen Team motivation (leadership skill) Staff development Team building Full Job Description Transform your culinary passion into impact! Join our prestigious private day school in Fort Lauderdale as a Food Service Director. This is your chance to elevate dining experiences and inspire the community through food. You will manage everything from production and inventory to cost control, HACCP, and P&L oversight, all while bringing menu innovation, merchandising, and outstanding event execution to life. We're looking for an organized, solution-driven culinary expert with a flair for upscale catering, visually stunning menus, engaging LTOs, and unforgettable guest experiences, a hands-on, energetic leader who thrives in fast-paced environments and excels at building, mentoring, and motivating a top-tier team. Rather than just managing operations, you'll transform them into extraordinary culinary journeys. At SAGE, we embody "Unreasonable Hospitality," consistently exceeding expectations to create meaningful moments. Ready to make a difference? Apply now and let your culinary artistry shine!

Salary Range:

$65,000 - $85,000

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 five years food service management experience. Intermediate to advanced computer skills. 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 X. 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:

$65,000.00 - $85,000.00 per year

Benefits:

401(k) 401(k) matching Dental insurance Health insurance Paid time off Vision insurance

Work Location:

In person