Director of K

Essential Functions:
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. 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 Manages by providing constructive feedback in order to reward, coach, correct and motivate employees Managing ordering and inventory Leading daily production Overseeing cash management Maintain and develops client relationships and customer satisfaction Establishes and maintains a safe work environment Supervises day-to-day work activities by delegating authority, assigning and prioritizing activities and monitoring operational standards Who we are: 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.
Location
140 East 35th Ave, Gary, Indiana 46409
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 Successfully pass a criminal background check This position provides a great work life balance with M-F day hours. It offers health and dental benefits, 401K and much more. Taher, Inc. is an EOE/AA employer.
Shift
7AM to 3PM
Regular/ Temporary
Regular