FOOD UNIT LEAD (FULL TIME)

We are hiring immediately for full‑time FOOD UNIT LEAD positions. Location: Nixa Public Schools – 301 South Main Street, Nixa, MO 65714. Note: online applications accepted only. Schedule: Full‑time, Monday through Friday, 6:00 or 8:00 am to 2:00 pm (depending on school). More details upon interview. Requirement: Prior supervisory and food service experience is required. Perks: Sick and holiday pay after 90 days, willing to train, and a sign‑on bonus of $250 ($125 after 30 days and $125 after 60 days). Pay Range: $16.00 to $17.00 per hour. Internal Employee Referral Bonus Available. Chartwells K12 Job Summary Coordinates activities of other food‑service employees. Creates an enjoyable dining experience for customers, staff, and visitors. Essential Duties and Responsibilities Provides quality customer service by giving one‑on‑one attention to detail. Oversees and participates in the preparation and service of food and beverage items in accordance with company standards for presentation, sanitation, safety, and portion control. Helps plan menus. Ensures timely, efficient meal service; supervises serving of meals. Responds to customer complaints in person at the time of the complaint and via email for electronic complaints. Trains employees; assigns and coordinates work of employees to promote efficiency and excellence in food and service. Determines work procedures, prepares work schedules, and expedites workflow. Uses proper systems for completion of required daily/weekly/monthly reports such as inventory‑cash reports, production records, payroll, and time‑keeping. Responsible for proper cash handling as established by the Food Accounting Manual (deposits, petty cash, change funds). Orders food and other necessary supplies from approved sources or purveyors. Directs and participates in the overall sanitation and safety of the facility and employees in accordance with company standards and government regulations. Develops sanitation schedule and ensures food‑service employees adhere to the schedule for cleaning of kitchen and dining areas and washing of kitchen utensils and equipment. Issues written and oral instructions. Helps select and orient employees; oversees staff training in areas of responsibility. Performs other duties as assigned. Benefits Retirement Plan Associate Shopping Program Health and Wellness Programs Discount Marketplace Identity Theft Protection Pet Insurance Voluntary Benefits, including Critical Illness Insurance, Accident Insurance, Hospital Indemnity Insurance, Legal Services, and Choice Auto and Home Program Medical Dental Vision Life Insurance/AD Disability Insurance Commuter Benefits Employee Assistance Program Flexible Spending Accounts (FSAs) 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, visit We Make Applying Easy! Want to apply to this job via text messaging? Text JOB to 75000 and search requisition ID number 1519230. The advertised program is a conversational recruiting assistant that helps you apply to jobs with Compass Group. Message frequency varies. Message and data rates may apply. Text STOP to opt out or HELP for help. Diversity of thought and inclusion for all is what drives our success – we invite you to start your journey with us today! 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 4,300 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 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. Certain positions may require Florida Level 2 background screening. Details: Applications are accepted on an ongoing basis. Chartwells K-12 maintains a drug‑free workplace. #J-18808-Ljbffr