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FOOD SERVICE DIRECTOR

Compass Group, North America

PHOENIX, AZJob$75–80K/yrSeen 1w agoSeen in employer's feed 3 days ago

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At a glance

Compensation
$75–80K/yr
Location
PHOENIX, AZ
Work Authorization
Not specified

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Job overview

The Food Service Director oversees daily foodservice account operations, including production, budgeting, procurement, team leadership, and client engagement. The role develops and implements food and nutrition programs, supports team growth, and works to improve service quality and operational efficiency. It also includes financial oversight, human resources functions, scheduling, payroll, training, menu development, and coordination of culinary programs.

Skills & qualifications

RequiredNice to have

Skills

Foodservice OperationsHigh-Volume ProductionCateringBudget ManagementTeam LeadershipClient RelationsCommunicationMultitaskingCustomer ServiceCulinary Management

Qualifications

Culinary ManagementBS in Hospitality or CulinaryFive Years Foodservice ExperienceBudget Management Experience

Benefits

401(k) Match
Medical Insurance
Dental Insurance
Vision Insurance

Full job description

Culinary Services Group

Culinary Services Group is hiring immediately for a FOOD SERVICE DIRECTOR position.

  • Location : PHOENIX, AZ 85012

  • Schedule : M-F, ALT Weekends / Holidays

  • Requirement : Culinary Management

  • Pay Range : $75,000-$80,000

Culinary Services Group (CSG) is a top 50, fast-growing food service management company serving senior care, hospital, and behavioral health communities. We’re rooted in the belief that empowering our teams leads to exceptional service and better outcomes for those we serve. At CSG, you’ll be part of a collaborative culture built on integrity, where your contributions are valued and growth, development, and impact are part of every role.

In this role, you will oversee the daily operations of foodservice management, including production, budgeting, procurement, team leadership, and client engagement. You’ll play a vital part in developing and implementing food and nutrition programs that exceed expectations, fostering team growth, and continuously enhancing service quality and operational efficiency. Your expertise in food service operations, quality assurance, team development, and financial performance will be essential to driving success.

Job Summary

Job Summary:

The General Manager , reporting directly to the Regional Vice President, holds duties related to day to day operations of a Company account. The position entails a need for excellent communication skills; ability to multi-task, strong team leadership, client relations and ensures superior food quality and strong customer service skills.

Key Responsibilities:

  • Oversees all P&L and budgeting as it pertains to the account

  • Manages overall day to day operations of the account

  • Conducts HR functions including hiring, progressive counseling, terminations

  • Oversees scheduling, payroll and team training

  • Maintains excellent relationships with customers, guests and Client as well as other departments

  • Works with the Chef and management team in creating menus and providing top quality food

  • Rolls out new culinary programs in conjunction with Company marketing and culinary team

Preferred Qualifications:

  • BS, Hospitality or Culinary degree preferred

  • Five years of foodservice operation experience

  • High volume production and catering experience is essential

  • Previous experience managing a budget

  • Desire to learn and grow with a top notch foodservice company

We are looking for someone with a proven track record in managing high-performing teams, maintaining operational excellence, and delivering exceptional customer service. Strong leadership skills, a passion for culinary excellence, and the ability to build strong client relationships are key to thriving in this position.

BENEFITS FOR OUR TEAM MEMBERS

  • Full-time and part-time positions offer the following benefits to team members: Retirement Plan, Associate Shopping Program, Health and Wellness Programs, Discount Marketplace, Identity Theft Protection, Pet Insurance, Voluntary Benefits, including Critical Illness Insurance, Accident Insurance, Hospital Indemnity Insurance, Legal Services, and Choice Auto and Home Program

  • Full-time positions also offer the following benefits to team members: Medical, Dental, Vision, Life Insurance/AD, Disability Insurance, Commuter Benefits, Employee Assistance Program, Flexible Spending Accounts (FSAs

Team Members may also be eligible for paid and/or unpaid time off benefits in accordance with applicable federal, state, and local laws. For positions in Washington State, Maryland, or to be performed Remotely, click here (https://www.compass-usa.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/08/2023\_WageTransparency\_CCL.pdf) or copy/paste the link below for paid time off benefits information.

https://www.compass-usa.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/08/2023\_WageTransparency\_CCL.pdf

Culinary Services Group (CSG) is an equal opportunity employer. At CSG, we are committed to treating all Applicants and Team Members 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.

Applications are accepted on an ongoing basis.

Application Deadline: applications are accepted ongoing until all openings are filled for this position. If an applicant is declined due to the position being filled, they may still be considered for future opportunities and are always welcome to reapply.

CSG maintains a drug-free workplace.

How this job compares

Set against the 5,352 open General Manager jobs on Olive Jobs, counted October 27, 2026.

Pay
  • This posting$75–80K/yr
  • Arizona median$66–77K/yr33 salary ranges
  • US median$65–78K/yr1,589 salary ranges

This range's midpoint, $78K, is 8% above the Arizona median midpoint ($72K) — in the middle half of General Manager salary ranges in Arizona.

Openings
Olive Jobs lists 88 open General Manager jobs in Arizona and 5,352 across the US. 2% of them nationwide are listed as remote or flexible.
Hiring the most in Arizona
Experience
General Manager postings that state a minimum ask for 2 years of experience at the median; the middle half ask for 2 to 5 years (2,241 postings).
Education
260 of the 5,352 open General Manager jobs (5%) ask for a bachelor's degree or higher.

Counted across the open, public US postings on Olive Jobs on October 27, 2026. Pay medians are the middle values of the low ends and of the high ends of postings that list both ends of a range in the same cadence (a yearly salary or an hourly rate); a range's midpoint is halfway between its ends. Pay and experience figures resting on fewer than 20 postings are left out.

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