Chartwells Higher Education Dining Services · 2 days ago
SENIOR CATERING OPERATIONS DIRECTOR - The George Washington University - Washington, DC
Washington, DC
Full-time
Onsite
Senior Level, Lead/Staff, Director/Executive
$85K/yr - $95K/yr
5+ years expChartwells Higher Education is re-inventing the on-campus dining experience at over 300 colleges and universities. They are seeking a Senior Catering Director to lead catering operations at The George Washington University, managing high-profile events and ensuring exceptional food and service quality.
Food & Beverages
Responsibilities
Lead, train, and mentor catering staff in service standards, menu presentation, and guest engagement
Oversee all internal and external catering operations for the account
Manage event labor and food costs to ensure financial performance and accountability
Build and maintain strong client relationships across campus departments and external partners
Collaborate closely with the Executive Chef to develop innovative, on‑trend menus tailored to a diverse client base
Ensure every event reflects Chartwells’ commitment to quality, hospitality, and consistency
Qualification
Required
Catering leadership experience is required
5 years of progressive foodservice management experience
Strong leadership, organizational, and team-development skills
Excellent communication and client-facing abilities
Ability to manage multiple events while maintaining high standards and attention to detail
Preferred
Associate's degree preferred
Benefits
Medical
Dental
Vision
Life Insurance/ AD
Disability Insurance
Retirement Plan
Paid Time Off
Holiday Time Off (varies by site/state)
Associate Shopping Program
Health and Wellness Programs
Discount Marketplace
Identity Theft Protection
Pet Insurance
Commuter Benefits
Employee Assistance Program
Flexible Spending Accounts (FSAs)
Paid Parental Leave
Personal Leave
Company
Chartwells Higher Education Dining Services
As the recognized leader in the higher education contract foodservice market, and an operating sector of Compass Group North America, Chartwells Higher Education Dining Services partners with over 320 colleges and universities of all sizes across the United States.
10001+ employees
Funding
Current Stage
Late StageLeadership Team
John Summers-Miller
Chief Financial Officer
Daisha Lahey
National Vice President Strategic Partnerships
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