DIRECTOR OF OPERATIONS II - SBU - Stony Brook, NY - Compass Group, North America

CulinArt Sector

Salary: $85,000-$92,000/ yr.


Other Forms of Compensation:


Pay Grade: 15





CulinArt Group operates over 250 onsite corporate, higher education, private school, healthcare and destination recreation/leisure dining facilities in 18 states, including cafés, coffee bars, concessions, executive dining, catering and conference dining, social catering/special events, office coffee service and vending. CulinArt’s extremely diverse client portfolio affords great opportunities for career advancement within the company, across multiple industry segments and geographic regions.




Job Summary



Join CulinArt Group - a member of Compass Group USA, a leader in the food and hospitality industry, as our next Director of Operations at Stony Brook University. This is an outstanding opportunity to lead within a dynamic and ambitious team, dedicated to driving world-class operational excellence. We are seeking a proven leader who can flawlessly lead and grow our Stony Brook, NY location.


The purpose of this job is to manage the food service operation, maintaining established costs and quality standards so as to ensure superior service and maximize profits. To reach these goals, you will handle the following:


Key Responsibilities:



+ Model behaviors to be recognized as a "Keeper of the Culture" and a change agent for both the leadership team and staff.


+ Analyze performance metrics to provide individual and team evaluations.


+ Ensure accurate budgeting to meet company goals.


+ Coordinate purchasing activities to maintain cost efficiency.


+ Develop and successfully implement long-term operational strategies.


+ Manage labor and inventory controls strictly to optimize efficiency.


+ Manage operational and finance controls to ensure flawless execution of processes.


+ Take the lead with process management to streamline operations.


+ Train and develop team members to ensure continuous growth and excellence.



Preferred Qualifications:



+ BS degree preferred


+ Five years of food service management experience required


+ Higher Education experience in board and retail operations is required


+ Knowledge of P&L accountability and contract-managed service experience is required


+ Strong leadership and communication skills


+ Proven experience in a leadership role within the food/hospitality industry.


+ Outstanding analytical skills to determine and evaluate performance metrics.


+ Strong ability to manage budgeting, purchasing, labor, and inventory control.


+ Demonstrated success in developing and implementing long-term strategies.


+ Ability to train, develop, and lead a diverse team.









Apply to CulinArt today!


CulinArt is a member of Compass Group USA


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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.


Associates at CulinArt 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)



Req ID: 1355114


CulinArt Sector


NANCY M TEIXEIRA


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