ASSISTANT DIRECTOR OF DINING SERVICES I - K-12 SCHOOLS

Salary: $65,000 - $75,000

Other Forms of Compensation: Medical, Dental, and Vision, 401k w/company match, and PTO

Chartwells K12's goal is to make sure students leave the cafeteria happier and healthier than they came in, by serving food kids love to eat and creating custom dining programs. With more than 16,000 associates in 4,500 schools, ranging from large public institutions to small charter and private schools, Chartwells K12 is built on decades of food, education and operational experience driven by top culinary, nutrition, wellness, and sustainability talent. For more information, visit

Job Summary

Join us as an Assistant Director of Dining Services, where you'll play a pivotal role in the day-to-day operations of a medium to large volume K-12 school location. As a key member of our team, you'll lead and run a dedicated group of associates, ensuring top-quality food, nurturing client relationships, and driving profitability in your assigned area.

Key Responsibilities:

• Collaborate with the Chef and management team to craft nutritious and high-quality food offerings that delight our clients and guests.
• Implement innovative culinary programs in collaboration with our marketing and culinary teams, keeping our offerings fresh and exciting.
• Foster and maintain excellent relationships with our clients, ensuring their needs are not only met but exceeded.
• Lead, train, and develop our associates, empowering them to reach their full potential and deliver exceptional service.

Qualifications:

• Bring 1 plus years of supervisory or lead experience in the food service industry, with exposure to various sectors like restaurants, hotels, corporate dining, education, military, or healthcare.
• Demonstrate strong leadership and communication skills, crucial for motivating teams and building rapport with clients.
• Possess financial experience and eye for business skills to support our financial goals and ensure operational success.
• Excel in digital literacy, including proficiency in MS Office products such as Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook, and internet navigation.
• Associate’s degree is preferred, relevant experience considered

If you're ready to make a significant impact in the world of dining services, we invite you to join our team and embark on an exciting journey of growth and success.

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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.

Chartwells K-12 maintains a drug-free workplace.

Applications are accepted on an ongoing basis.

Associates at Chartwells K-12 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

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 or copy/paste the link below for paid time off benefits information.

Certain positions may require Florida Level 2 background screening. Details:

Req ID: 1575528

Chartwells K12

JENNIFER HILL

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