Director of Operations - Elon University
ARAMARK · Elon, NC
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Job Description The Director of Operations provides strategic leadership and operational oversight for a multi-unit higher education dining program. This role drives operational excellence, financial performance, culinary and service innovation, student engagement, and team development across residential dining, retail operations, catering, convenience services, and other campus hospitality venues. Scope of Role: As a key member of the leadership team, the Director of Operations partners with university stakeholders, dining team leaders, and support teams to create an exceptional campus dining experience that enhances student success, strengthens community, and advances the institution's mission. The role ensures operational consistency, regulatory compliance, and continuous improvement while fostering a culture of hospitality, inclusion, accountability, and innovation. Job Responsibilities Strategic Leadership&Operational Excellence ? Lead the execution of operating strategies that support client objectives, student satisfaction, organizational growth, and contract commitments. ? Oversee daily performance across multiple dining venues, ensuring consistency in service, food quality, safety, cleanliness, and operational efficiency. ? Establish and monitor key performance indicators related to financial results, guest satisfaction, labor, safety, quality, and productivity. ? Drive continuous improvement initiatives that strengthen service delivery, simplify processes, and improve the campus dining experience. ? Champion innovation in dining services, technology integration, sustainability, and customer engagement. Client&Campus Partnership Management ? Build trusted relationships with university leadership and partners across student affairs, housing, athletics, faculty, and student organizations. ? Serve as a strategic advisor on dining operations, program enhancements, emerging student needs, and long-range priorities. ? Participate in client meetings, campus committees, and strategic planning discussions. ? Address operational concerns proactively and implement sustainable solutions that strengthen client confidence and partnership success. Financial Stewardship ? Lead budgeting, forecasting, financial reporting, and cost-control activities across the dining program. ? Analyze financial and operational performance to identify opportunities to improve revenue, profitability, productivity, and resource allocation. ? Monitor labor, food, inventory, and supply costs while maintaining quality and service expectations. ? Support contract retention, program expansion, and business development initiatives. Team Leadership&Talent Development ? Lead, coach, and develop operational leaders, managers, and frontline teams. ? Create a culture of accountability, engagement, collaboration, recognition, and service excellence. ? Drive talent acquisition, workforce planning, succession planning, leadership development, and retention strategies. ? Ensure consistent performance management, coaching, development planning, and communication routines. ? Promote an inclusive workplace where employees are respected, supported, and equipped to succeed. Student Experience&Hospitality Innovation ? Champion a student-centered culture grounded in hospitality, wellness, accessibility, belonging, and community. ? Partner with culinary, nutrition, marketing, and campus teams to create relevant dining experiences that reflect evolving student preferences. ? Use student feedback, dining trends, participation data, and performance insights to improve programs and services. ? Advance sustainability, health and wellbeing, community engagement, and campus culture initiatives. Compliance, Safety&Risk Management ? Ensure compliance with organizational standards, university requirements, contractual obligations, and applicable local, state, and federal regulations. ? Maintain high standards for food safety, sanitation, workplace safety, emergency readiness, and risk management. ? Lead preparation for audits and inspections and ensure timely corrective actions. ?Reinforce consistent application of policies, procedures, training, and documentation requirements. Qualifications ? Bachelor's degree in hospitality management, Business Administration, Food Service Management, Higher Education Administration, or a related field preferred. ? 7-10 years of progressive leadership experience in hospitality, food service, higher education dining, or multi-unit operations. ? Demonstrated success leading complex dining, retail, hospitality, or service operations. ? Experience with budget ownership, labor planning, financial analysis, and operational accountability. ? Proven ability to develop leaders, manage change, and build productive client relationships. ? Strategic thinking, sound judgment, and strong business acumen. ? Exceptional leadership, coaching, communication, and relationship-building skills. ? Strong analytical, financial, problem-solving, and decision-making capabilities. ? Ability to manage multiple priorities and lead effectively in a dynamic, campus-based environment. ? Working knowledge of food service operations, safety regulations, quality systems, and hospitality best practices. ? Ability to use operational, financial, and customer data to guide decisions and improve performance. About Harvest Table Culinary Group Our Mission Rooted in service and united by our purpose, we strive to do great things for each other, our partners, our communities, and our planet. At HTCG, we believe that every employee should enjoy equal employment opportunity and be free to participate in all aspects of the company. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, national origin, age, sex, gender, pregnancy, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information, military status, protected veteran status or other characteristics protected by applicable law.
Police Officer
Government Jobs · Elon, NC
Police Officer The Town of Elon is seeking motivated, qualified individuals—preferably with prior law enforcement experience—to join our dedicated team as a Police Officer. Serving a vibrant, growing community of 12,000 residents across six square miles, our department takes pride in protecting one of North Carolina's safest towns. Nestled conveniently between Raleigh and Greensboro, Elon is a thriving community and the proud home of Elon University. If you are passionate about public service and eager to make a meaningful difference, we invite you to apply today. Ourteam is comprised of 22 full-time sworn officers, 2 part-time sworn officers, and 1 parking enforcement officer. While Elon enjoys a lower call volume than larger cities, our department actively addresses the full spectrum of modern law enforcement challenges. We focus on proactive community engagement, building strong local partnerships, and utilizing a holistic approach to public safety—combining outreach, education, and enforcement to keep our community safe. We offer competitive pay with a comprehensive benefits package and incentive bonuses (see additional info section below). The salary range is negotiable for lateral officers with extensive training and on-the-job experience. General Statement of Duties: Performs law enforcement work in patrolling municipal boundaries, responding to calls for service, and investigations of criminal activity. Distinguishing Features of the Class: An employee in this class performs general duty law enforcement work in varied areas of the department. Work includes patrol, investigating traffic accidents, undercover task forces, investigating criminal activity, serving warrants, traffic law enforcement, responding to domestic disputes, and other work applicable to law enforcement. Work may include assignments such as canine (K9) patrol, animal control work, or as a school resource officer in public schools. Employees in this class exercise visible presence in the community to prevent or abate criminal activity. Work is performed under the immediate supervision of a Lieutenant or other senior law enforcement officer or supervisor and is evaluated on the basis of achieving annual performance objectives, effectiveness, visibility, and compliance with standards. Examples of Duties: • Patrols community to engender their trust and support; checks the security of buildings and residences; apprehends and arrests offenders • Enforces speed limits by active patrol and monitoring heavy speeding areas for visibility; investigates traffic accidents; uses measurement devices, eye witness accounts, and determines violations to be issued; provides information to insurance companies regarding accidents; verifies vehicle registrations and ensures compliance with inspections laws • Conducts pre-tour of duty inspections of vehicle and equipment to ensure readiness with fuel, tire air pressure, and warning sirens and lights and all other support equipment is operational • Locates individuals indicted for crimes; serves warrants, summons, and subpoenas • Conducts surveillance on individuals, groups, and gangs; collects information for future reference or as evidence for criminal prosecution • Conducts criminal investigations by gathering information, processing crime scenes, and interviewing witnesses; testifies in court as required • Participates in or leads public relations functions such as job fairs, school presentations and DARE programs, neighborhood watches, and related activities • May serve as a canine (K9) officer for locating drugs or other contraband and to apprehend suspects; conduct routine or specialized training of the animal while on duty; maintains health and welfare of animal while off duty but in a paid capacity • May serve as a school resource officer in local public schools; educate students, teachers, and parents about law enforcement work; build rapport, trust, and self-esteem of students • Responds to domestic situations and recommends solutions to resolve conflicts • Performs related work as required Typical Qualifications: Minimum Education, Training, and Experience Required to Perform Essential Job Functions: Graduation from high school or GED equivalency and some prior experience in law enforcement work is desired. Special Requirements: Valid North Carolina Driver's License; Basic Law Enforcement Certification (BLET) by the North Carolina Criminal Justice Education and Training Standards Commission or the ability to obtain it. Physical Requirements: Work in this position is medium work, exerting up to 50 pounds of force occasionally, up to 20 pounds of force frequently, and/or up to 10 pounds of force constantly to move objects. Employee must have the visual acuity to prepare and analyze data and figures, operate a computer terminal, and perform extensive reading. Employee may be required to use sufficient physical force to subdue or restrain persons including the use of deadly force. The employee is expected to exhibit a high degree of physical fitness to withstand the rigors of law enforcement work. Employee is exposed to inside and outside working conditions. Employee may be exposed to noise which would cause the worker to shout in order to be heard above the ambient noise level. Employee is also exposed to hazards including proximity to moving equipment, atmospheric conditions which may affect the respiratory system, and exposure to blood-borne pathogens, communicable diseases, and bodily harm. Work environment often includes persons with criminal records with little to no respect for law enforcement. Additional Information: Salary: Salary for applicants who are BLET cadets start at $44,596.33. Salary for applicants who possess NC Basic Law Enforcement (BLET) Certification will depend on level of experience. Salary for the highly qualified and experienced applicants is negotiable. Benefits: The Town offers a comprehensive benefit package. In addition, the town offers tuition reimbursement, longevity pay, merit raises, 8 weeks paid maternity/paternity leave, 40 hours of extra sick and vacation leave at each 5 year anniversary increments (5yr, 10 yr, 15yr, etc.). Elon Police Officers are eligible for the following additional benefits annual incentives: Annual Education incentive bonuses – 3%, 4%, 5% (Associates 3%, Bachelor 4%, Masters 5%). The degrees must be relevant to the field of law enforcement to receive the incentive. Annual Special incentive bonuses: • Field training officer • Special Response Team Operator (SRT/SWAT) • Traffic Crash Reconstructionist • Drug Recognition Expert (DRE) • Specialized Instructor • Professional development - one-time incentive at the time of achievement • Intermediate Certificate 2% incentive bonus • Advance Certificate 3% incentive bonus Working Conditions: Employee is exposed to inside and outside working conditions. Employee may be exposed to noise which would cause the worker to shout in order to be heard above the ambient noise level. Employee is also exposed to hazards including proximity to moving equipment, atmospheric conditions which may affect the respiratory system, and exposure to blood-borne pathogens, communicable diseases, and bodily harm. Work environment often includes persons with criminal records with little to no respect for law enforcement.
Administrative Support Worker
ARAMARK · Elon, NC
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