Director, DINING Services - FOOD Service Management, Manhattan, KS
Listed on 2026-03-01
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Restaurant/Food Service
Catering, Food & Beverage
Salary: $75,000-$85,000
Other Forms of Compensation:
Annual Bonus Incentive, 401K, PTO, Health Benefits
Compass Corporate is the leading food service and support services company, serving over 284,000 US associates across restaurants, corporate cafes, hospitals, schools, arenas, museums and more in all 50 states. With a commitment to great people, great service and great results, we continuously expand and innovate to shape the industry.
Job SummaryWe are looking for a visionary Director of Dining Services to inspire and lead our team in creating exceptional service and unforgettable culinary experiences for a premier food services account. In this role, you’ll shape the future of dining through strategic planning, operational excellence, and innovative leadership, making a lasting impact and driving a culture of excellence that delights every guest.
Travel may be required within a 3-hour radius of the Manhattan, KS area.
Key Responsibilities- Oversee all P&L and budgeting as it pertains to the account.
- Maintain excellent relationships with the client.
- Work with the team to create nutritious and top-quality food for students.
- Implement new culinary programs in conjunction with marketing and culinary teams.
- Act as a liaison between Chartwells, the client, and the community.
- Perform other duties as assigned to support the efficient functioning of a dining service operation.
- Bachelor's or Associate's degree in Management, Hospitality, Culinary, Nutrition or a related field, with additional food service management experience encouraged.
- Three or more years of food service management experience.
- Dining experience.
- Strong leadership and communication skills.
- Financial acumen and strong intuition for business.
- Excellent communication skills.
- Medical
- Dental
- Vision
- Life Insurance / AD
- Disability Insurance
- Retirement Plan
- Paid Time Off
- Paid Parental Leave
- Holiday Time Off (varies by site/state)
- Personal Leave
- Associate Shopping Program
- Health and Wellness Programs
- Discount Marketplace
- Identity Theft Protection
- Pet Insurance
- Commuter Benefits
- Employee Assistance Program
- Flexible 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 performed remotely, further details are available upon request.
Applications are accepted on an ongoing basis.
Equal Opportunity StatementCompass Group is an equal opportunity employer. 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 reasonable accommodation.
This job post is not necessarily an exhaustive list of all essential responsibilities, skills, tasks, or requirements associated with this position. The Company reserves the right to modify or change the essential functions of the job based on business necessity. We consider all qualified applicants, including those with a criminal 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 and others.
We encourage applicants with a criminal history to apply. Compass Corporate maintains a drug‑free workplace.
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