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DIRECTOR OF DINING SERVICES 2/13/18New York-Long Island

Job ID: DJ01101885333 Great People. Real Opportunities.

Description:

Become part of Restaurant Associates, a name that has been synonymous with exciting restaurant concepts and high quality foodservice for over half a century. RA is a New York City leader in the foodservice industry for some of the nation's premier museums, performing arts centers and corporate accounts. Restaurant Associatesmmitment to upscale dining has led the way to develop successful culinary programs. If you share our belief in the value of delivering Superior Quality Food and Delivery Hospitality Excellence, we invite you to learn more about Restaurant Associatesnamic select team of professionals. Come share your talents with one of the nationsstest-growing, multi-million dollar organizations.

Key Responsibilities:

• Carry out supervisory responsibilities in accordance with the organizationolicies and applicable laws
• Interviewing, hiring, training and coaching employees and managers
• Participate in employee meetings and training programs
• Maintain food cost while ensuring quality standards
• Manage purchasing and inventory controls
• Must be knowledgeable on HACCP controls along with proper storage and use of food
• Performs related duties and special projects as assigned

Preferred Qualifications:

• Bachelors degree is preferred, or equivalent professional experience
• 6-8 years upscale food service experience, including 5 years at the management level
• Excellent leadership and organizational skills, flexible and adaptable to constant changes and must possess attention to detail
• Supervisory, scheduling, training and coaching skills
• Food purchasing, food costs and inventory control
• Prepare and monitor budgets, flash reports, financial targets and forecasts
• Menu planning in consultation with Chefs
• Knowledge of cash register, cash handling procedures and reconciliation of multiple cash banks and reports
• Excellent communication skills both written and verbal
• Exceptional business etiquette and client relations
• Knowledge of basic work area operations and procedures
• Must be knowledgeable on HACCP controls along with proper storage and use of food
• Manages time effectively and prioritizes tasks to meet deadlines
• Conformity to the highest standards of personal integrity and ethical behavior
• Ability to multi-task as well as stay on task and concentrate with constant interruptions
• Excellent knowledge of Microsoft Office: Word, Excel and PowerPoint
• ServSafe or Department of Health certification a plus

Apply to Restaurant Associates today!

Restaurant Associates 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.

Requirements: Career Level Management (Manager/Director)

Sector Premier Hospitality, Restaurant Associates

Areas of Interest Foodservice - Hotels/Conference Center, Foodservice - Restaurants, Foodservice - Business/Corporate Dining

Education Associate's Degree/2 Year College

Locale New York-Long Island

Preferred Language English

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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.