Food Service Director

Summit is a specialized food service company dedicated to providing high-quality meals to correctional institutions across the United States. With a strong commitment to ensuring that incarcerated individuals receive nutritious and delicious food during their daily meals, Summit plays a crucial role in the correctional services sector. The company prides itself on delivering not only sustenance but also fostering a positive social environment during meal times, which is an important aspect of inmate welfare. As part of the Elior North America family, Summit benefits from the support and resources of one of the leading food service providers in the continent. Elior North America is an equal opportunity employer that values diversity and inclusion, offering growth opportunities for employees at all levels and encouraging applications from a wide range of backgrounds and abilities.

We are currently seeking a motivated and effective Food Service Director to join our Corrections team in Fort Wayne, Indiana. This is a full-time, onsite role where you will lead and manage a dedicated team of food service associates responsible for ensuring that every meal is served efficiently, safely, and to the highest standards. As the Food Service Director, you will oversee all functions of the food service department, including staff management, budgeting, purchasing, and compliance with culinary, safety, and sanitation regulations.

This position requires someone who can successfully balance operational responsibilities with team leadership and customer service excellence. You will be responsible for hiring, training, and developing associates while maintaining a focus on delivering outstanding client and customer satisfaction. In addition, you will manage departmental budgets, monitor inventory, and coordinate with district managers and other departments on technical and administrative dining service matters. The role offers an annual salary range of $50,000 to $60,000 and includes a comprehensive benefits package.

Working as a Food Service Director at Summit offers the chance to be part of a vital service in a unique environment, making a positive impact on the lives of incarcerated individuals through quality food service. Your leadership will ensure efficient operations and a supportive workplace culture, helping the team achieve excellence in all aspects of food service management. This role demands excellent communication skills, the ability to work in a diverse environment, and experience with industrial cooking and food service coordination. Proficiency with Microsoft Office applications is also essential to handle budgeting and reporting duties effectively.

Summit and Elior North America are committed to fostering career growth, offering tuition reimbursement for full-time employees, and a supportive environment that values diversity, inclusion, and continuous learning. Joining our team means being part of a company focused on growth and the professional development of its employees, with opportunities for career advancement within the company or its brands.