Sustainability Manager

Job Reference Number: 34935

Employment Type: Full-Time, OnsiteSegment: Education

Brand: Elior Collegiate Dining

Location: Vestal, New York (US-NY)

The Role at a glance:

The Sustainability Manager is responsible for developing, implementing, and overseeing sustainability initiatives within the collegiate dining program. This position ensures that the dining services align with the college’s environmental goals, foster a culture of sustainability among students and staff, and drive measurable improvements in areas such as waste reduction, responsible sourcing, energy efficiency, and community engagement.

What you'll be doing:

• Design and implement a comprehensive sustainability strategy for campus dining operations in collaboration with university sustainability and facilities teams.
• Establish measurable goals related to food waste reduction, sustainable sourcing, carbon footprint reduction, and resource efficiency.
• Evaluate current dining practices to identify opportunities for improvement in sustainability performance.
  
  

What we're looking for:

Must-haves:

• Bachelor’s degree in Sustainability, Environmental Studies, Hospitality Management, or a related field (Master’s preferred).
• 3–5 years of experience in sustainability or environmental management, preferably within foodservice or higher education.
• Strong knowledge of sustainable food systems, waste management, and green operations.
• Excellent communication, project management, and data analysis skills.
• Ability to collaborate effectively across diverse stakeholder groups.
  
  

Nice-to-haves:

• Familiarity with certification programs (e.g., LEED, Green Restaurant Association, AASHE STARS).
• Experience with zero waste initiatives and life cycle assessment tools.
• Passion for sustainability education and student engagement.
  
  

Where you'll be working:

Binghamton University in Vestal, NY

Compensation Range

Up to $85,000 / year based on experience

Our Benefits:

• Medical (FT Employees)
• Dental
• Vision
• Voluntary UNUM offering for Accident, Critical Illness and Hospital Indemnity
• Discount Program
• Commuter Benefits (Parking and Transit)
• EAP
• 401k
• Sick Time
• Holiday Pay (9 paid holidays)
• Tuition Reimbursement (FT Employees)
• Paid Time Off
  
  

About Elior Collegiate Dining:

Elior Collegiate Dining partners with forward-thinking colleges and universities across the U.S., serving more than 32 million meals each year. We deliver bold, culturally relevant dining experiences that energize campus life, build community, and turn food into a defining part of the student journey.

About Elior-North America:

Elior North America is an equal opportunity employer. Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability or protected veteran status. We are committed to diversity and encourage applications from people of all backgrounds and abilities. We take pride in supporting the development of our employees and their skills at all levels and in fostering an environment of growth.

At Elior North America, we are committed to offering growth and advancement opportunities for all of our employees. The valuable skills and experience you’ve gained with Elior will propel you further in your career, whether with our corporate office or one of our brand segments.

Disclaimer: This job description can be revised by management as needed.