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Hospitality Director at Fooda in Location not listed
Job Description
Who We Are:
Our story began in 2011 when a group of office workers at a major logistics company in Chicago had a lunch problem. Nearby options were limited, and the team was spending too much time and money traveling to their favorite restaurants. They had an idea: bring Chicago’s local restaurant culture inside the office to sell food. It was an immediate hit. When they discovered people from other companies sneaking into their office, they knew they were on to something.
Fooda pioneered the concept of rotating popup restaurants inside offices. Today, we operate in 60 cities with over 100 million meals served and continue to grow rapidly.
Powered by technology and a network of 3,500+ restaurants, we feed hungry people at work through a platform of unique food programs located within companies, office buildings, hospitals, schools, distribution centers, and more. At Fooda, we believe a workplace food program should be something employees love and look forward to every day.
Position Overview:
This is a new role supporting a new client in Indianapolis
The Hospitality Director is responsible for the strategic and operational leadership of top tier café operations, catering services, pantry management, and executive hospitality at the corporate headquarters. This role ensures a seamless, elevated guest and employee experience — from daily café service to executive-floor hospitality — while driving operational excellence, financial performance, and stakeholder satisfaction across all food and hospitality services.
Key Responsibilities:
Café Operations
Oversee daily operations of the corporate café, ensuring a polished, white glove level of service for all guests and employees
Establish and uphold service standards that deliver a premium, hospitality-forward experience at every touchpoint
Develop and enforce standard operating procedures (SOPs) for café service, presentation, and guest interaction
Act as the primary point of escalation for service issues, resolving challenges quickly and discreetly
Catering & Event Services
Direct all catering operations for internal meetings, executive events, board functions, and special occasions
Partner with culinary teams and vendors to design menus that align with client preferences, dietary needs, and budget goals
Ensure food quality, presentation, safety, and sanitation standards are consistently met across all catering events
Manage the end-to-end catering lifecycle, from order intake through setup, service, and breakdown
Maintain a high-touch, concierge-level experience for internal clients, executives, and visiting guests
Pantry Management
Oversee stocking, organization, and presentation of all pantries and micro-kitchens throughout the headquarters
Manage inventory, ordering, and vendor relationships to ensure consistent product availability and freshness
Implement par levels and replenishment schedules to minimize waste and control costs
Monitor pantry quality and cleanliness standards, conducting regular audits and spot checks
Respond quickly to stockouts, special requests, or quality concerns raised by employees or leadership
Executive Headquarters Hospitality
Deliver a premium, white glove hospitality experience tailored to executive leadership, board members, and VIP guests
Coordinate executive dining, private meetings, and high-profile visits with meticulous attention to detail
Anticipate the needs of executives and their guests, proactively resolving issues before they arise
Serve as a trusted liaison between executive assistants, facilities, and hospitality staff to ensure flawless execution
Uphold the highest standards of discretion, professionalism, and polish in all executive-facing interactions
Client & Stakeholder Relationship Management
Build and maintain strong relationships with corporate stakeholders, executive assistants, and department leaders
Lead regular service reviews and gather feedback to continuously improve café, catering, and pantry offerings
Anticipate client and employee needs and proactively deliver solutions
Financial & Administrative Oversight
Manage departmental budgets, P&L, and cost controls across café, catering, and pantry operations
Track key performance indicators (KPIs) including food cost, utilization, waste, and satisfaction scores
Prepare reports and present operational insights to senior leadership
Team Leadership & Development
Recruit, train, and manage a cross-functional hospitality team (café, catering, pantry, and front-of-house staff)
Foster a culture of service excellence, accountability, and continuous improvement
Develop staff through coaching, performance management, and career growth opportunities, with an emphasis on white glove service standards
Compliance & Safety
Ensure compliance with all health, safety, and food handling regulations across café, catering, and pantry operations
Maintain adherence to corporate policies and industry best practices
Qualifications:
Bachelor’s degree in Hospitality Management, Culinary Arts, Business, or related field (or equivalent experience)
7+ years of progressive leadership experience in hospitality, corporate dining, café operations, or catering
Strong background in white glove service, catering, and multi-site food service operations
Experience with pantry or micro-kitchen management and inventory systems preferred
Prior experience supporting executive or C-suite hospitality strongly preferred
Proven financial acumen with P&L responsibility
Excellent leadership, communication, and client relationship skills
Highly organized with the ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment, exercising discretion when working with senior leadership
Key Competencies:
White glove service excellence and customer focus
Strategic thinking and problem-solving
Operational efficiency and attention to detail
Discretion and professionalism in executive-facing settings
Team leadership and development
Adaptability and decision-making under pressure
Work Environment:
On-site role within a corporate headquarters environment
Requires flexibility to support early morning, evening, or high-profile executive events as needed
- Competitive base salary, bonus plan, and stock options, based on experience
- Comprehensive health, dental and vision plans
- 401k retirement plan with company match
- Paid maternity and parental leave benefits
- Flexible spending accounts
- Company-issued laptop
- Daily subsidized lunch program (ours!)
The salary range for this role is $85,000-$95,000. The salary is dependent on a number of factors including but not limited to: work experience, training, locations and skills.