Residential Dining (Board) Director - Norfolk State University

Overview

Are you a visionary leader with a passion for culinary art, innovation, and student success? Join us as a Board Director for Residential Dining to take our campus dining program to the next level!

As the driving force behind our residential dining experience, you'll lead a talented team, collaborate with university partners, and deliver high-quality, student-focused meals that nourish minds and bodies. From culinary creativity to budget management, you'll oversee it all—ensuring every plate serves excellence.

Responsibilities

• Participate in the development and review of long-term strategic plans, providing valuable insights and recommendations to enhance the overall direction and performance of the campus dining facility.
• Review, assess, and contribute to the development of policies, procedures, and governance structures related to dining services, ensuring compliance with university guidelines and regulations.
• Oversee financial matters related to the dining facility, including budget approval, financial performance review, and ensuring financial sustainability in line with the university's objectives.
• Engage actively in board meetings, providing input, and participating in discussions to make informed decisions related to the dining facility's operations, growth initiatives, and long-term sustainability.
• Act as an advocate for the dining services, representing the facility within the university community, fostering positive relationships, and promoting awareness of the dining program's contributions.
• Requires 50–55 hours per week, including evenings and weekends as business needs dictate.

Physical Requirements – Board Director

Qualifications

Bachelor's degree in business, Hospitality Management, Public Administration, or a related field. Prior experience in board leadership or governance roles is highly desirable.

Competitive Benefits

Who We Are

Norfolk State University stands as a proud HBCU with a legacy of empowering students through education, leadership, and service. Located in the vibrant city of Norfolk, Virginia, NSU offers a dynamic campus experience just minutes from downtown, the Elizabeth River, and key research and tech hubs. With over 30 programs in fields like cybersecurity, business, education, and health sciences, NSU combines academic excellence with real-world relevance. Rooted in tradition, driven by innovation, and fueled by Spartan pride — NSU is where you rise, lead, and thrive.

Thompson Hospitality is one of the largest restaurants, food service, and facilities management companies in the country. We are highly built upon our values, do the right thing, do the best you can, and treat others how you want to be treated, which are shaped by more than 33 years of relationships with our clients, guests, and communities. We offer competitive benefits, see our website for more.

We are an equal opportunity employer and value diversity. All employment decisions are made based on qualifications, merit, and business needs. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, or any other protected status under applicable federal, state, or local laws.

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