Food Service Director - NEX

Summit is a specialized food service company focused on serving correctional institutions across the United States. They ensure that incarcerated individuals have access to nutritious and delicious meals at every dining opportunity, recognizing the importance of food not only for sustenance but also for fostering social interaction during mealtimes. Summit's partnership with Elior North America highlights its commitment to quality, safety, and compliance with all culinary and sanitation standards in a challenging environment. Elior North America, as a parent company, stands as an equal opportunity employer dedicated to diversity, inclusion, and employee growth, encouraging applicants from all backgrounds to contribute to its mission. They provide continuous development opportunities to empower employees to advance their careers within corporate offices or brand segments, making them a supportive and nurturing work environment.

The role of Food Service Director at Summit in Albuquerque, NM, is a full-time, onsite position within the Corrections segment. This position calls for a motivated and effective leader to manage all aspects of the food service department. The Food Service Director will oversee a talented team of food service associates, ensuring that meals are delivered promptly and meet the highest standards of quality, safety, and sanitation. This role includes responsibilities such as managing budgets, purchasing ingredients, maintaining compliance with regulations, and collaborating with district managers and other departments to address technical and administrative aspects of dining service. The position is non-exempt and compensated on an hourly basis, with an offered salary range of $24-26 per hour.

Beyond leadership and operational oversight, the Food Service Director is instrumental in creating an environment that promotes customer and client satisfaction through attentive service and responsive problem-solving. This role requires excellent communication skills to effectively interact with both hourly staff and company executives, navigating a diverse workplace that prioritizes respect, teamwork, and dedication to service excellence. This comprehensive management role is critical to Summit's mission of delivering consistent, quality food services within correctional facilities, playing a vital part in supporting the health and well-being of the institutional community. It offers a unique opportunity to develop professional skills, engage with diverse teams, and be part of a mission-driven organization that values safety, efficiency, and compassionate service.