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Meriwether Godsey, Inc.

Director of Dining Services

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What they do

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.

$39,952 / year median in Virginia

+11% projected growth

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Job Description

Meriwether Godsey is looking for a Director of Dining Services responsible for leading all dining, retail and catering operations at the Foxcroft School. Located in the heart of scenic Middleburg Virginia, Foxcroft School is an all-girls college preparatory boarding and day school serving roughly 200 students, faculty, and staff. What the Director of Dining Services will do: Manage all account activities to ensure operations run smoothly and efficiently and reflect the MG brand Lead all phases of financial planning, budget/cost analysis and reporting to set, monitor and achieve operating and financial goals Lead by example; engaging and developing direct reports and team members through ongoing support, monitoring, coaching, and feedback. Lead team in preparing meal production while embracing fresh, local, scratch; oversee menu development, purchasing, and production, incorporating the latest trends and practices Deliver high-end catering; oversee booking, planning, execution and communication related to all campus catered events, as well as any off-campus events. Foster an inclusive environment for all staff and guests; maintain effective client and customer-centric relationships. Maintain HACCP standards and healthy environment for clients, customers, and employees. Lead all personnel decisions, to include recruitment, interviewing, hiring, and firing, growth, and development of team members, and performance monitoring. What the Director of Dining Services will need: Bachelor's Degree or ten years of related experience 5+ Years experience in Contract Food Service Operation, High-End Catering Management, and Campus Dining experience Participative management style and excellent leadership skills Strong communication and presentation skills Account and Project Management Skills Knowledge of food safety (HACCP), sanitation and overall workplace safety standards. Ability to work in a collaborative team environment while fostering strong client and customer relationships. ServSafe® Food Protection Manager Certification preferred Application and promotion of current food trends Proficiency and growing knowledge of sustainable practices What the Director of Dining Services will get: Competitive Pay, Meals, Leadership Support & Development, and Benefits such as Health, Vision, Dental, and more! Meriwether Godsey offers significant opportunities for growth and career advancement. The work environment is fast-paced, team-oriented, and high-energy. You'll be surrounded by people who are passionate about what they do. Interested in learning more? Visit our About Us Page Enjoy a people and food-focused environment where you have the opportunity to make a difference every day and advance your career. Help Meriwether Godsey set the standard for hospitality in the Northern Virginia Market! Meriwether Godsey is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to fostering an inclusive, equitable workplace.