Food Service Director

Food Service Director

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Morganton, North Carolina.

We are looking to add a motivated, effective food service director to our Elior Independent School Dining team in Morganton, NC. As a food service director, you will have the opportunity to lead a talented team and manage all aspects of a food service department to ensure customers and clients never miss a meal.

• Manage all functions of the food service department and its resources.
• Lead, hire, and train a team of associates.
• Ensure staff meet all culinary, safety, and sanitation standards and regulations.
• Build and maintain a department budget, purchase ingredients, and meet forecasted targets.
• Coordinate with the district manager and other departments regarding technical and administrative aspects of dining service.
• Address customer service needs.

Must-haves:

• At least five years of experience coordinating food service operations, including catering.
• Previous experience with industrial cooking.
• Excellent communication skills and experience communicating with both hourly staff and company executives.
• Ability to manage in a diverse environment with a strong focus on client and customer services and satisfaction.
• Experience with and knowledge of all Microsoft Office suite applications.

Nice-to-haves:

• Serv Safe and/or HACCP certification.

Compensation for this position is up to $49,500 per year based on experience.

• Medical (FT Employees)
• Dental
• Vision
• Voluntary UNUM offering for Accident, Critical Illness and Hospital Indemnity
• Discount Program
• Commuter Benefits (Parking and Transit)
• EAP
• 401k
• Sick Time
• Holiday Pay (9 paid holidays)
• Tuition Reimbursement (FT Employees)
• Paid Time Off

Elior Independent School Dining partners with schools to create thoughtful, student-focused dining experiences that go beyond the plate. We serve as an extension of your campus, tailoring our programs to reflect your school’s unique culture and mission. With a strong focus on well-being and community, we provide expert service, culinary creativity, and a personal touch that supports students’ growth and success.

Elior North America is an equal opportunity employer. Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability or protected veteran status. We are committed to diversity and encourage applications from people of all backgrounds and abilities.