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Vail Resorts

Director, Mountain Operations

Park City, UT · On-site

$84K - $120K/yr

Director, Mountain Operations Create Your Experience of a Lifetime! Come work and play in the ... food, gear, and mountain shuttles 401(k) Retirement Plan Employee Assistance Program Excellent ...

Mo' Bettahs

Director of Food Safety

Lehi, UT · On-site

You will partner closely with Operations, Training, Supply Chain, and Construction to ensure every ... Build, lead, and develop the food safety function, including third-party resources, as the ...

Mobettahs

Director of Food Safety

Lehi, UT

You will partner closely with Operations, Training, Supply Chain, and Construction to ensure every ... Build, lead, and develop the food safety function, includingthird-party resources, as the ...

Vail Resorts

Director, Mountain Operations

Park City, UT · On-site

$84K - $120K/yr

MORE employee discounts on lodging, food, gear, and mountain shuttles * 401(k) Retirement Plan ... The Director of Mountain Operations manages and provides leadership of the day-to-day operations of:

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What are some common challenges faced by a Director of Operations in the food industry, and how can they be effectively managed?

Directors of Operations in the food industry often face challenges such as maintaining consistent food quality across multiple locations, managing supply chain disruptions, and ensuring compliance with stringent health and safety regulations. Effective management involves implementing standardized procedures, leveraging technology for real-time inventory and quality tracking, and fostering strong relationships with suppliers. Additionally, regular staff training and cross-functional collaboration with teams like quality assurance, procurement, and marketing help address these challenges proactively and support operational excellence.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive as a Director of Operations in the Food industry, and why are they important?

To thrive as a Director of Operations in the Food industry, you need expertise in supply chain management, food safety regulations, business administration, and typically a relevant bachelor's degree or higher. Familiarity with ERP systems, inventory management software, and certifications like ServSafe or HACCP are often required. Strong leadership, problem-solving, and communication skills help drive team performance and foster collaboration across departments. These competencies ensure efficient operations, compliance with industry standards, and sustained business growth.

What does a Director of Operations in Food do?

A Director of Operations in Food oversees the daily operations and long-term strategy of food service establishments or food production companies. They are responsible for managing staff, ensuring food safety and quality, optimizing processes, and meeting financial goals. This role often involves coordinating between departments, implementing policies, and driving continuous improvement to enhance customer satisfaction and operational efficiency.
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Food Service Director - NEX

Food Service Director - NEX

Elior North America

Vernal, UT • On-site

$23/hr

Other

Medical, Dental, Vision, Retirement, PTO

Posted 11 days ago

Job description

Food Service Director - NEX

Job Reference Number: 40479
Employment Type: Full-Time, Onsite 
Segment: Corrections
Brand: Summit
Location: Vernal, Utah (US-UT) 

The Role at a glance:

We are looking to add a motivated, effective food service director to our correctional team in Vernal, UT. As a food service director, you will have the opportunity to lead a talented team of food service workers and manage all aspects of a food service department to ensure that customers and clients never miss a meal. This role is Non-Exempt and will be paid hourly.

What you'll be doing:
  • Managing all functions of the food service department and its resources. 
  • Manage and lead a team of associates, including hiring and training new employees. 
  • Ensuring that staff meet all culinary, safety, and sanitation standards and regulations. 
  • Budgeting for the department, including directly purchasing ingredients and ensuring the account meets all targets and forecasts. 
  • Conferring with the district manager or other departments regarding the technical and administrative aspects of dining service. 
  • Addressing customer service needs.  
What we're looking for:

Must-haves: 

  • At least two years of experience coordinating food service operations. 
  • Previous experience with industrial cooking. 
  • Excellent communication skills and experience communicating with both hourly staff and company executives. 
  • The 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: 

  • ServSafe and/or HACCP certification 
Compensation Range

$23.00 per hour

Our Benefits:
  • 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 

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About Summit:

Focused on serving correctional institutions, Summit ensures that incarcerated people across the United States have access to delicious, healthy food at each meal. Working with Summit, you will have the opportunity to aid in this process and provide inmates with vital social interaction at mealtimes.

About Elior North America:

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. We take pride in supporting the development of our employees and their skills at all levels and in fostering an environment of growth.

At Elior North America, we are committed to offering growth and advancement opportunities for all of our employees. The valuable skills and experience you've gained with Elior will propel you further in your career, whether with our corporate office or one of our brand segments.

Disclaimer: This job description can be revised  by management as needed.

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About Elior North America

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Elior North America enhances people's lives through culinary innovation and a commitment to providing exemplary service. Our family of companies, with more than 17,000 employees, provides food services and catering to over 1,500 client accounts in five industry segments across the continental United States. We are proud to be the fifth largest culinary management company in the country and excited to be the fastest growing organization in the industry. We focus on three ingredients for success to differentiate Elior from our competitors and position our company as a disruptor in the markets we serve. To support our ingredients for success and drive our mission and values, we need talented team members throughout our family of companies.

Industry

Food and beverage stores

Company size

501 - 1,000 Employees

Headquarters location

Charlotte, NC, US

Year founded

2008

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