Food and Beverage Director
22 days ago
Phoenix
Job Description Job Title: University Food Service Director Concept Type: University Location: Phoenix, AZ Salary: $90,000 - $110,000 per year Join a dynamic and forward-thinking institution that prioritizes both academic excellence and community connection. As a recognized leader in fostering a supportive and inclusive learning environment, the organization impacts not only students but the community at large with its commitment to a transformative education. Located in Phoenix, AZ, this employer’s culture is best described as supportive, innovative, and deeply connected. Job Qualifications: Successful candidates for the University Food Service Director role should embody the following qualifications: • 5+ years of experience in a leadership position within food and beverage services; prior university setting is preferred., • A proven track record of building and mentoring high-performing teams., • Bachelor’s degree in hospitality, business management, or a related field preferred., • Strong organizational skills and capable of multi-tasking in high-pressure environments., • Exceptional verbal and written communication abilities in English (conversational Spanish is a bonus)., • Must be physically able to stand for extended periods and manage lifting up to 35 pounds. Job Responsibilities: As a University Food Service Director in Phoenix, AZ, your responsibilities will include: • Direct oversight of the management of 3 on campus eateries; Buffet, Grill and Convenience Market., • Overseeing hiring, training, and professional development of food service managers to promote career and operational success., • Establishing and monitoring internal controls to ensure outstanding customer satisfaction and compliance with quality standards., • Managing operations such as scheduling, opening, closing, sanitation, and adherence to federal labor standards., • Conducting daily financial reconciliation, including cash receipts and inventory., • Leading weekly reviews, meetings, and management evaluations for improvement in department operations., • Creating strong external community relationships through integrity-driven leadership., • Overseeing menu planning, ordering, and supervising uniform hygiene policies for all staff., • Taking ownership of all maintenance and operational assets within the food service department., • Maintaining compliance with health codes, labor laws, and other governmental regulations. This critical University Food Service Director role provides an opportunity to influence a vital aspect of campus life while leading a team dedicated to exceptional service. Located in Phoenix, AZ, this position offers the chance to make a significant impact on students and staff alike, fostering both community and culinary success. Company Benefits: Take advantage of the following perks as part of this role: • Competitive salary between $90,000 - $110,000 annually., • Quarterly performance-based bonuses in the range of 10-20%., • A variety of healthcare options including medical, dental, and vision plans., • Employer-sponsored life, short-term disability, and long-term disability insurance., • Generous Paid Time Off (PTO) beginning from the date of employment., • Monthly dining card and a three-week paid sabbatical to recharge and refocus. Ready to bring leadership, inspiration, and expertise to the next level? Apply today to make a difference as a University Food Service Director in Phoenix, AZ. Please send your resume to John Wilcoxon to take the first step toward this impactful opportunity. #ZRDH Company DescriptionSince 2000, Gecko Hospitality and its dedicated Franchise Partners and Recruiters throughout the United States have been pioneers in the hospitality recruiting industry. The value that Gecko Hospitality provides to its Clientele is evident in the advanced networking and technology skills our professional recruiters possess in identifying qualified restaurant professionals. At Gecko Hospitality, we are passionate about making sure that every member of our recruiting team is familiar with our philosophies. In the same way that we learn about people when developing relationships and friendships, we want our people to have a sense of Gecko Hospitality's values and insight into our company's "personality." With this insight comes a greater understanding of how values "fit" with Gecko Hospitality's values, why we do things the way we do as well as providing a basis for making decisions that are appropriate to those values. We all play a part in keeping these traditions and philosophies alive. We want every member of our recruiting team to understand that we are only as good as how well we follow these philosophies on an every day basis. Gecko Hospitality is all about achieving results by being motivated. This motivation to achieve results comes from within. No one can motivate us, nor can we motivate anyone else. As leaders, all that we can do is provide an environment where people motivate themselves to achieve mutually beneficial goals. Along with this philosophy, each team member possesses the following traits for which we are proud: honesty, integrity, desire, determination, listening skills, rapid learning, responding in a timely manner, effective communication skills, thoroughness, empathy, compassion, and most of all we want every team member to have a strong work ethic that motivates them to produce superior results both for our candidates and for our Clients. At Gecko Hospitality, you certainly have... more choices As part of our recruiting process, we may contact you regarding positions we feel are a good fit or engage with you via SMS text message. By clicking to submit your application, Gecko Hospitality has your consent to communicate via SMS text message moving forward. Terms of Service are available at Privacy Policy can be found at Message and data rates may apply, depending on your mobile phone service plan. For more help reply “HELP” to your texts or you can opt-out by replying STOPSince 2000, Gecko Hospitality and its dedicated Franchise Partners and Recruiters throughout the United States have been pioneers in the hospitality recruiting industry. The value that Gecko Hospitality provides to its Clientele is evident in the advanced networking and technology skills our professional recruiters possess in identifying qualified restaurant professionals.\r\n\r\nAt Gecko Hospitality, we are passionate about making sure that every member of our recruiting team is familiar with our philosophies. In the same way that we learn about people when developing relationships and friendships, we want our people to have a sense of Gecko Hospitality's values and insight into our company's "personality." With this insight comes a greater understanding of how values "fit" with Gecko Hospitality's values, why we do things the way we do as well as providing a basis for making decisions that are appropriate to those values. We all play a part in keeping these traditions and philosophies alive.\r\n\r\nWe want every member of our recruiting team to understand that we are only as good as how well we follow these philosophies on an every day basis. Gecko Hospitality is all about achieving results by being motivated. This motivation to achieve results comes from within. No one can motivate us, nor can we motivate anyone else. As leaders, all that we can do is provide an environment where people motivate themselves to achieve mutually beneficial goals. Along with this philosophy, each team member possesses the following traits for which we are proud: honesty, integrity, desire, determination, listening skills, rapid learning, responding in a timely manner, effective communication skills, thoroughness, empathy, compassion, and most of all we want every team member to have a strong work ethic that motivates them to produce superior results both for our candidates and for our Clients.\r\n\r\nAt Gecko Hospitality, you certainly have... more choices\r\n\r\nAs part of our recruiting process, we may contact you regarding positions we feel are a good fit or engage with you via SMS text message. By clicking to submit your application, Gecko Hospitality has your consent to communicate via SMS text message moving forward.\r\nTerms of Service are available at Policy can be found at and data rates may apply, depending on your mobile phone service plan. For more help reply “HELP” to your texts or you can opt-out by replying STOP