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Job Title

+-----------------------------------------------------------------------+ | Executive Director, Institutional Dining Strategy | +-----------------------------------------------------------------------+ | Are you ready to shape the future of campus dining in higher | | education? To advance our goal of being an elite dining program, we | | are seeking a visionary leader to join our team as the Executive | | Director of Institutional Dining Strategy across a tri-campus | | community (University of Notre Dame, Holy Cross College, St Mary's | | College). In this forward-thinking and innovative role, you will be | | at the forefront of the evolution of our dining experience, leading | | groundbreaking projects that set elevated standards for excellence | | and innovation. | | | | Reporting directly to the Vice President, University Operations, | | Events, and Safety and working in tandem with our Executive Director, | | Campus Dining, the Executive Director of Institutional Dining | | Strategy will spearhead the development and execution of a | | comprehensive dining strategy that aligns with Notre Dame's goals | | and values. Your leadership will be instrumental in bringing to life | | some of the most exciting projects on our campus, including the | | co-creation of a state-of-the-art, athletic-specific dining facility | | designed to meet the unique nutritional needs of our athletes and | | foster a culture of peak performance. Additionally, collaborating | | with the Executive Director, Campus Dining for the renovation and | | grand reopening of a historic dining hall, blending tradition with | | modernity to create a first-class experience and vibrant gathering | | space for students, faculty, and staff. | | | | With a keen focus on student and customer satisfaction and a growth | | mindset, you will drive continuous improvement and innovation in our | | dining services. You will anticipate future trends in campus dining, | | embracing new technologies and sustainable practices to enhance the | | overall dining experience. Your strategic vision will ensure that our | | dining services not only meet but exceed the evolving needs and | | expectations of our campus community. | | | | Key Responsibilities: | | | | - Strategic Leadership: Develop and implement a forward-thinking | | campus dining strategy that supports the institution's mission, | | vision, and goals. | | - Project Management: Co-Lead the design and execution of key | | projects, including partnering with athletics to create a | | cutting-edge athletic dining facility and the renovation of a | | historic dining hall. | | - Customer Gratification: Foster a culture of excellence and | | continuous improvement, ensuring high levels of satisfaction | | among all campus dining guests. | | - Innovation and Growth: Stay ahead of industry trends, | | implementing innovative solutions that enhance the dining | | experience and promote sustainability. | | - Collaboration: Work closely with campus stakeholders to align | | dining services with the broader goals of the institution and | | create a cohesive dining strategy. | +-----------------------------------------------------------------------+ | - 7+ years of proven experience in strategic leadership within the | | dining or hospitality industry | | - Demonstrated ability to lead large-scale projects from concept to | | completion. | | - Strong focus on customer success, with a track record of | | implementing innovative solutions. | | - Exceptional communication and collaboration skills, with the | | ability to engage stakeholders at all levels. | | - A visionary mindset with a passion for shaping the future of | | dining in higher education. | +-----------------------------------------------------------------------+ | | +-----------------------------------------------------------------------+ | | +-----------------------------------------------------------------------+ | Office of University Enterprises and Events (51000) | +-----------------------------------------------------------------------+ | | +-----------------------------------------------------------------------+ | University Operations / Organizational Strategy | +-----------------------------------------------------------------------+ | M 3 Director | +-----------------------------------------------------------------------+ | Commensurate with Experience | +-----------------------------------------------------------------------+ | Semi-Monthly | +-----------------------------------------------------------------------+ | S1 - FT Exempt | +-----------------------------------------------------------------------+ | Administrator/Professional | +-----------------------------------------------------------------------+ | Full-time | +-----------------------------------------------------------------------+ | | +-----------------------------------------------------------------------+ | | +-----------------------------------------------------------------------+ | | +-----------------------------------------------------------------------+

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The University of Notre Dame seeks to attract, develop, and retain the highest quality faculty, staff and administration. The University is an Equal Opportunity Employer, and is committed to building a culturally diverse workplace. We strongly encourage applications from female and minority candidates and others that will enhance our community. Moreover, Notre Dame prohibits discrimination against veterans or disabled qualified individuals, and requires affirmative action by covered contractors to employ and advance veterans and qualified individuals with disabilities in compliance with 41CFR60-741.5(a) and 41CFR60-300.5(a).

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09/12/2024 09/13/2024 10/06/2024 (application deadline) S251385 [https://jobs.nd.edu/postings/35806](https://jobs.