Director of Food Service Operations

1 day ago


Jefferson City, Missouri, United States Compass Group, North America Full time
Job Title: Director of Dining Services

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.

We encourage creativity by creating fun working environments for our teams. Our diverse teams enjoy a workplace where creativity, openness, and innovation flow free, and new ideas are encouraged. Our team members are excited about creating delicious, unique, and engaging dining experiences for our guests.

We offer 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

As the Director of Dining Services for Fresh Ideas, you will be responsible for overseeing the day-to-day food service operations at Helias Catholic High School. You will manage and lead a team of employees and be responsible for managing client relationships, profitability of the account, and talent development.

The school does not follow the National School Lunch Program (NSLP). Helias Catholic High School serves students in grades 9 through 12. The school offers a college-preparatory curriculum and emphasizes both academic excellence and spiritual development, integrating faith into the education process. Helias has a strong tradition in athletics, extracurricular activities, and community service. Hot lunches are prepared by Fresh Ideas food service management in the cafeteria with a la carte food items available for purchase on all full school days.

Key Responsibilities:
  • Oversee all P&L and budgeting as it pertains to the account
  • Maintain excellent relationships with the client
  • Work with the Chef and management team in creating nutritious and top-quality food for the students
  • Implement new culinary programs in conjunction with the Company marketing and culinary teams
  • Act as a liaison between the Company, Client, and the community
Preferred Qualifications:
  • BS Hospitality degree preferred
  • Three to five years of food service management experience required
  • Dining experience preferred
  • Strong leadership and communication skills
  • Financial and business acumen
  • Excellent communication skills

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.

Associates at Fresh Ideas are offered many fantastic benefits.

  • 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)

Fresh Ideas maintains a drug-free workplace.



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