DIRECTOR DINING SERVICES - Rockford University CAMPUS DINING - Rockford, IL

Fresh Ideas Position Title: DIR, DINING SERVICES II- Rockford University CAMPUS DINING - Rockford, IL Salary: $80,000-85,000 Other Forms of Compensation: RELOCATION ASSISTANCE Fresh Ideas Management is a dynamic food service management company that believes good food is a powerful thing. Food brings people together and food creates memories. Fresh Ideas encourages creativity by creating fun working environments for our teams! Our diverse teams enjoy a workplace where creativity, openness and innovation flow free and new, Fresh Ideas are encouraged. Our team-members are excited about creating delicious, unique and engaging dining experiences for our guests. Fresh Ideas offers a full benefits package, flexible schedules that respect one of our core values, work life balance, and ongoing training and development opportunities. This, along with our rapid growth, means accelerated promotion opportunities for every motivated Fresh Ideas team member! Job Summary FRESH IDEAS is hiring an energetic and growth-minded Director of Dining Services on the campus of ROCKFORD UNIVERSITY! This key leadership position is directly responsible for the successful operation of Campus Dining Services and Catering. The Director ensures client, customer service/satisfaction with efficient cost effective management that both meets and exceeds stated expectations. They are responsible for all foodservice-related activities; including safety, quality improvement, sanitation, infection control, and all client-related activities. If you’re looking for a place that blends affordability, outdoor beauty, and an emerging food and culture scene, Rockford could be an unexpectedly compelling choice. If you love nature, trails, parks and easy access to the outdoors, Rockford has you covered. From the award-winning Anderson Japanese Gardens — a serene 12-acre Japanese style garden in town — to nearby state parks for hiking, paddling, biking, the setting is surprisingly rich. Although mid-sized, Rockford’s proximity to major hubs is a plus. You get the quieter lifestyle of a smaller city but still within reach of larger metro areas, which means access to extra amenities, travel, or employment options without paying big-city prices. Rockford may surprise you if you’re a foodie. The local dining scene spans beloved burger-and-shake spots, global cuisine, craft breweries, and farm-to-table restaurants. The city is undergoing a revitalization: downtown galleries, coffee shops, breweries, food markets, and independent shops are popping up. Whether you’re into art walks, live music, exploring new restaurants or simply strolling new neighborhoods, there’s a lot here to engage your lifestyle. Key Responsibilities: Manages salaried managers and hourly associates in the Food Service DepartmentOversees the overall direction, coordination, and evaluation of the accountInterviews, hires, and trains associates; plans, assigns, and directs work; appraises performance; rewards and disciplines associates; addresses complaints and resolves problemsPrepares and manages annual budgetUtilize company systems for completion of required daily/weekly/monthly reports such as inventory, cash reports, production records, payroll/time-keeping, etc.Oversees and participates in the preparation and service of food and beverage items in adherence to company food standards for preparation, presentation, sanitation and safety (meeting HACCP and OSHA guidelines) and portion controlOther duties as assigned Preferred Qualifications: Degree plus four years of directly related experience preferredFive to seven years of direct foodservice operational management experience with inventory and purchasing knowledge and controlStrong knowledge of food and catering trends with a focus on quality, production, sanitation, food cost controls, and presentationPrevious P&L accountability in COLLEGE or UNIVERSITY dining contract-managed service experienceStrong supervisory, leadership, management and coaching skillsStrong communication skills, both written and verbalAbility to communicate on various levels to include management, client, customer and associate levelsExcellent financial, budgetary, accounting and computational skillsProficient computer skills to include; various computer programs, Microsoft Office programs, e-mail and the InternetServSafe® Certified About Compass Group: Achieving leadership in the foodservice industry Associates at Fresh Ideas are offered many fantastic benefits. MedicalDentalVisionLife Insurance/ ADDisability InsuranceRetirement PlanPaid Time OffPaid Parental LeaveHoliday Time Off (varies by site/state)Personal LeaveAssociate Shopping ProgramHealth and Wellness ProgramsDiscount MarketplaceIdentity Theft ProtectionPet InsuranceCommuter BenefitsEmployee Assistance ProgramFlexible Spending Accounts (FSAs) 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 or copy/paste the link below for paid time off benefits information. https://www.compass-usa.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/08/2023_WageTransparency_FreshIdeas.pdf 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. Certain positions may require Florida Level 2 background screening. Details: https://info.flclearinghouse.com/ Applications are accepted on an ongoing basis. Fresh Ideas maintains a drug-free workplace.