Director of Dining Services - Merrimack, NH
Listed on 2026-01-12
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Hospitality / Hotel / Catering
Catering, Food & Beverage
Director of Dining Services I - Merrimack, NH
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What Makes FLIK Click Our people. The decisions, actions and attitudes of our associates earn the trust and loyalty of our clients every day. We know how to pick them and we know how to grow them. It starts with hiring people who share our passion for food and hospitality. Once we find the right talent, we encourage, value and recognize their contributions.
We keep our people renewed, excited and engaged by providing hands‑on training and educating them about the latest trends. We give them a stake in successfully raising the bar. Our people love what they do and they love sharing their passion. Join our team and see the FLIK difference. Where a job isn’t merely a job but the start of a career where you can flourish.
Job Summary The Director of Dining Services is a key leadership position that is directly responsible for the successful operation of Corporate Dining Services in Merrimack, NH. The Director ensures client, customer service/satisfaction with efficient, cost‑effective management that both meets and exceeds stated expectations. The Director is responsible for all food service‑related activities, including care (retail, cafeteria, catering, etc.), quality improvement, sanitation, infection control, and all client‑related activities.
Key Responsibilities- Manages salaried managers and hourly associates in the Food Service Department
- Oversees the overall direction, coordination, and evaluation of the account
- Interviews, hires, and trains associates; plans, assigns, and directs work; appraises performance; rewards and disciplines associates; addresses complaints and resolves problems
- Prepares and manages annual budget
- Utilize 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 control
- Other duties as assigned
- B.S. Degree in Food Services Technology/Management or related field; or A.A. Degree plus four years of directly related experience preferred
- Five to seven years of direct food service operational management experience with inventory and purchasing knowledge and control
- Strong knowledge of food and catering trends with a focus on quality, production, sanitation, food cost controls, and presentation
- Previous P&L accountability or contract‑managed service experience is desirable
- Strong supervisory, leadership, management, and coaching skills
- Strong communication skills, both written and verbal
- Ability to communicate on various levels, including management, client, customer, and associate levels
- Excellent financial, budgetary, accounting, and computational skills
- Proficient computer skills to include: various computer programs, Microsoft Office programs, e‑mail, and the Internet
- Serv Safe® Certified
- Ideal candidate within a reasonable daily commute distance to Merrimack, NH.
- Medical
- Dental
- Vision
- Life Insurance/ AD
- Disability Insurance
- Retirement Plan
- Paid Time Off
- Holiday Time Off (varies by site/state)
- Associate Shopping Program
- Health and Wellness Programs Discount Marketplace Identity Theft Protection Pet Insurance Commuter Benefits Employee Assistance Program Flexible Spending Accounts (FSAs)
Paid Parental Leave Personal Leave Apply to Flik today!Flik is a member of Compass Group USA
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.
Applications are accepted on an ongoing basis.
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