ASST DIR, DINING SERVICES | Cafe Manager - Cranbrook Schools, Bloomfield Hills, MI

Salary: $48,000 - $50,000

Other Forms of Compensation:  Medical, dental & Vision insurance, 401K, 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

Assistant Director of Dining Services - Cafe Manager

Cranbrook Schools | Bloomfield Hills, MI

Join Cranbrook Schools and lead two unique, trend-forward café concepts on a beautiful campus in Bloomfield Hills, MI. This hands-on leadership role oversees the popular Simply Pure café and the café within the Cranbrook Science Museum, with approximately 75% of your time focused on growing and elevating the Simply Pure concept. From fresh smoothies and scratch-made offerings to the latest food and beverage trends, you'll help create an exceptional guest experience while leading a small team, driving engagement, and bringing new ideas to life. This is an ideal opportunity for someone with a café, coffee shop, deli, or retail foodservice background who enjoys innovation, creativity, and building a strong team culture.

This position is perfect for an emerging leader ready to take the next step in their career. You'll be responsible for maintaining high standards, coaching and holding team members accountable, and ensuring smooth daily operations across both locations. While the cafés offer a fun, low-stress environment, you'll also have the support and resources of a premier dining program that serves five boarding schools, extensive catering operations, and a vibrant campus community. The schedule is primarily Monday through Friday, with a very occasional evening or weekend based on business needs. If you're passionate about hospitality, food trends, and creating memorable dining experiences, we'd love to meet you.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities: 

• Works with the Chef and management team in creating nutritious and top quality food. 
• Implements new culinary programs in conjunction with the marketing and culinary teams. 
• Maintains excellent relationships with the client. 
• Manages, trains, and develops associates. 
• Performs other duties as assigned. 

Qualifications: 

• 1 to 3 years of food service management experience.
• Experience in restaurants, hotels, corporate dining, education, military, health care, and/or related food service operations.
• Strong leadership and communication skills. 
• Financial experience and business acumen skills.
• Proficient computer skills and knowledge of MS Office products, including Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook, and internet.
• Associate’s degree is preferred. 

Apply to Chartwells Schools today!

Chartwells Schools is a member of Compass Group USA

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:  1570474

Chartwells K12 

KRISTEN STROHMYER

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