Food Service Director

Company: Taher, Inc
Location: Lodi
Posted on: February 22, 2021

Job Description:

Do you have hospitality experience, knowledge about current eating trends and have a passion for quality service? If you said yes, we want to speak to you!
Taher, Inc. is a family owned and operated, chef-driven, food service management company providing K-12 school lunch management, campus dining, senior dining, corporate dining and catering, , and vending and office beverage services to clients in our growing nationwide footprint. Taher, Inc. maintains a consistent presence in Food Service Management's Top 25 companies.
We are adding an energetic, knowledgeable Food Service Director to work in a K-12 school lunch program. You will be responsible for client and community relationships, budgets, and P&L. Your culinary knowledge to oversee kitchen production will be impressive, as well as your meal production skills.
As our dedicated A Player, you must be highly motivated, community/service minded, and detailed oriented with strong analytical skills. With your integrity and strong work ethic, you will serve as a positive role model.
As our Food Service Director, you will be engaged in daily "hands-on" management and training of the kitchen staff. Due to your exemplary customer service skills, you will enjoy developing and growing client and customer relationships
Additional responsibilities include:
* Developing menus to fit the needs of the community
* Implementing and maintaining HACCP standards
* Providing outstanding catering events
* Communicating clearly, professionally and effectively
* Delivering budgeted financial results
* Creating a positive team environment
* Managing ordering and inventory
* Leading daily production
* Overseeing cash management
* Engaging in regular client interaction Location Qualifications and Skills: You must have 3 years of previous experience in a similar position with an associate degree in hospitality/dietetics. In our fast paced environment, you will need to possess strong multi-tasking, kitchen/office organizational skills, as well as effective communication (oral and written) skills. It's rewarding to see people enjoy well-prepared meals and to know you were integral to the process. Apply today!
Additional requirements include:
* Must have ServSafe certification
* Ability to manage food cost
* Must have P&L experience
* Ability to manage a staff
* Proficient computer skills
* Catering experience, a plus
* Must pass a background check
EOE/AA

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