Assistant Director Dining

Location: FOOD COURT- Campus Dining-  University of Pittsburgh - Pittsburgh, PA

Salary:  $57,000-62,000

At over 300 college & universities around the country, Chartwells Higher Education is re-inventing the on-campus dining experience. We are challenging the norm and setting new standards by investing in high-tech, food-infused social spaces that bring people together to promote meaningful relationships and interactions. We are food-forward difference makers, bound together by a desire to feed hungry minds and prepare students for success.

We are seeking hungry, humble and smart associates who are looking to join and grow with a diverse organization. We invite you to start your career journey with us and look forward to hearing from you. 

Chartwells Higher Ed is seeking an energetic and growth-minded Assistant Director of Dining (retail/restaurant leadership) to join our CAMPUS DINING Food Service team at the University of Pittsburgh 

In this exciting leadership position on our operations and culinary team, you will be responsible for RETAIL DINING locations on campus 

Key Responsibilities:

• Plans and supervises special functions, maintains cash controls, payroll records, and oversees the hiring and training of our hourly team members
• Ensures customer satisfaction and good public relations through the safe and efficient uses of resources
• Directs staff to provide scheduled retail services in accordance with corporate policies and presentation standards
• Trains staff in customer service, proper portioning, cashier skills, and safety/sanitation
• Completes all daily, weekly or monthly reports as outlined in the corporate policies and procedures on a timely basis meeting all prescribed deadlines.
• Communicates effectively with all team members, patients and families
• Implements and maintains cash handling standards as outlined in the Corporate Policies and Procedures Manual to eliminate theft of services or Company funds

Preferred Qualifications:

• A.A. Degree plus three years of directly related experience preferred.
• Minimum of one to three years of retail or restaurant operational foodservice management experience preferred, depending upon formal degree or training
• Good knowledge of food and catering trends with a focus on quality, production, sanitation, food cost controls, marketing and presentation
• P&L accountability and contract-managed service experience is desirable
• Experience with cash retail operations
• Retail marketing experiences are highly desirable
• Supervisory, leadership, management and coaching skills
• Good communication skills both written and verbal
• Ability to communicate on various levels to include management, customer and associate levels
• Knowledge of financial, budgetary, accounting and computational practices
• Proficient computer skills to include; various computer programs, Microsoft Office programs, e-mail and the Internet

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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.

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. 

Applications are accepted on an ongoing basis.

Chartwells Higher Ed maintains a drug-free workplace.

Associates at Chartwells Higher Ed 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)
• Paid Parental Leave
• Personal Leave

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 to be performed Remotely, click here for paid time off benefits information