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Campus Director

 

Position Title: Campus Director 

Salary: $135,000 - $140,000

Other Forms of Compensation: Bonus Plan 

 

Become part of Restaurant Associates, the industry’s leading provider of dining and event catering for some of the nation's most prestigious museums, performing arts centers and corporations! Voted Glassdoor's Employee Choice Awards- Best Places to Work, This is R/A !

Job Summary

Restaurant Associates is bringing an exceptional multi-venue dining experience to the Los Angeles County Museum of Art (LACMA). We’re seeking a Campus Director to oversee all culinary and operational aspects across four distinct concepts: a Fine Dining Restaurant, a Wine Bar, a Café, and Catering & Events. This leadership role requires a visionary hospitality professional with a balance of creative flair, operational excellence, and the ability to lead diverse teams in a dynamic cultural environment.

Key Responsibilities

  • Oversee all venues across the LACMA campus, ensuring alignment with Restaurant Associates’ brand standards and the museum’s guest experience goals.
  • Lead and develop a team of General Managers, Chefs, and service leaders across fine dining, casual, and catering operations.
  • Drive financial performance, maintaining profitability across multiple outlets through strategic planning, labor management, and cost control.
  • Collaborate closely with museum leadership and stakeholders to create dining experiences that complement exhibitions, events, and the overall visitor journey.
  • Oversee catering, from intimate VIP receptions to high-volume galas and public programs, ensuring flawless execution.
  • Curate and maintain elevated menus and beverage programs across the Wine Bar and Restaurant, featuring locally inspired ingredients and artisanal selections.
  • Manage Café operations including a full barista program, grab-and-go offerings, and seasonal smoothie and juice menus designed for museum guests and staff.
  • Champion sustainability, wellness, and inclusion across all aspects of operations, in partnership with RA’s culinary, wellness, and sustainability teams.
  • Uphold a culture of excellence, hospitality, and mentorship across all front and back-of-house teams.

Preferred Qualifications

  • Bachelor’s degree in hospitality management or related field preferred.
  • 7+ years of multi-unit management experience in fine dining, café, and/or catering operations.
  • Proven success overseeing complex, high-volume food and beverage programs with multiple concepts.
  • Exceptional leadership and communication skills; able to build partnerships with clients and cultural institutions.
  • Strong financial acumen with experience managing multi-million-dollar P&L statements.
  • Passion for art, culture, and hospitality, with an understanding of how to create experiences that inspire guests and elevate the brand.

Apply to Restaurant Associates today!

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Compass Group is an equal opportunity employer.  At Compass, we are committed to treating all Applicants and Associates fairly based on their abilities, achievements, and experience without regard to race, national origin, sex, age, disability, veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity, or any other classification protected by law.

Qualified candidates must be able to perform the essential functions of this position satisfactorily with or without a reasonable accommodation. Disclaimer: this job post is not necessarily an exhaustive list of all essential responsibilities, skills, tasks, or requirements associated with this position. While this is intended to be an accurate reflection of the position posted, the Company reserves the right to modify or change the essential functions of the job based on business necessity. We will consider for employment all qualified applicants, including those with a criminal history (including relevant driving history), in a manner consistent with all applicable federal, state, and local laws, including the City of Los Angeles’ Fair Chance Initiative for Hiring Ordinance, the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance, and the New York Fair Chance Act. 

 

Associates at Restaurant Associates are offered many fantastic benefits.

  • 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 Leave

Applications are accepted on an ongoing basis.

Restaurant Associates maintains a drug-free workplace.

 

Associates may also be eligible for paid and/or unpaid time off benefits in accordance with applicable federal, state, and local laws. For positions in Washington State, Maryland, or to be performed Remotely, click here for paid time off benefits information.

 

Req ID:  1473519

Restaurant Associates 

Michael Abbey 

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