Senior Director of Dining Services

Provides direction to Miami’s contracted Dining Services operator for menu planning and development. Remains current with best practices and trends in the industry and at higher education institutions.
Works with contractor to develop business and marketing plans for Dining and Catering Services.
Assures contractor is fiscally responsible in budgeting, purchasing, inventory control, food preparation and service, and the use of labor and supplies.
Works with contractor to develop operating budgets and presenting financial reporting
Creates, supports, and implements plans to promote diversity and inclusion within the department, and continuously broadens the department’s awareness and understanding of the various geographic, cultural, gender, ethnic, racial, and religious backgrounds at the University and in the surrounding communities.
Interacts with constituents such as parents, students, faculty, and staff to respond to questions and concerns.

Works with contractor to develop contingency plans and emergency response plans for various situations. monitors training programs for personnel to support normal and contingency operations. Responds to campus emergencies.