Degree plus three years of directly related experience preferred* Minimum of one to three years of retail operational foodservice management experience preferred, depending upon formal degree or training* Solid knowledge of food trends with a focus on quality, production, sanitation, food cost controls, marketing and presentation* P&L accountability and contract-managed service experience is desirable* Experience with cash retail operations* Extensive inventory experience* Retail marketing experience is highly desirable* Supervisory, leadership, management and coaching skills* Good communication skills both written and verbal* Ability to communicate on various levels to include management, customer and associate levels* Knowledge of financial, budgetary, accounting and computational practices* Proficient computer skills to including various computer programs, Microsoft Office programs, e-mail and the InternetApply to Chartwells Higher Education today! Medical* Dental* Vision* Life Insurance/ AD* Disability Insurance* Retirement Plan* Paid Time Off* Holiday Time Off (varies by site/state)* Associate Shopping Program* Health and Wellness Programs* Discount Marketplace* Identity Theft Protection* Pet Insurance* Commuter Benefits* Employee Assistance Program* Flexible Spending Accounts (FSAs)* Paid Parental Leave* Personal LeaveAssociates may also be eligible for paid and/or unpaid time off benefits in accordance with applicable federal, state, and local laws.