Salary: $65,000 - $75,000 Other Forms of Compensation: Annual bonus incentive up to 15%, 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 <a href="http://www.ChartwellsK12.com">www.ChartwellsK12.com.</a><div><div style="padding:10.0px 0.0px;border:1.0px solid transparent"><div style="font-size:16.0px;word-wrap:break-word"><H2 style="font-size:1.0em;margin:0.0px">Job Summary</H2> </div><div>Harrison Community Schools in Harrison, Michigan, is seeking an energetic and innovative Director of Dining Services to lead a successful nutrition program serving approximately 1,400 students across five school buildings. This leader will oversee a team of 19 associates, including a chef and administrative assistant, while building on a long-standing partnership with the district. With a strong catering program already in place, the successful candidate will drive operational excellence, increase participation, and bring fresh ideas that enhance the dining experience for students and the school community. The ideal candidate is an organized, people-focused leader with strong communication, customer service, and team-building skills. A passion for developing employees, building relationships, and delivering exceptional service is essential, while catering and culinary experience are a plus. This is an outstanding opportunity to lead a thriving program, make a meaningful impact on students, and enjoy a Monday–Friday schedule with excellent work-life balance, including evenings, weekends, and holidays off. Key Responsibilities: <ul> <li>Oversees all P&L and budgeting as it pertains to the account</li> <li>Maintains excellent relationships with the client</li> <li>Works with the team to create nutritious, high-quality food for students</li> <li>Implements new culinary programs in conjunction with the marketing and culinary teams</li> <li>Acts as a liaison between Chartwells, the client, and the community</li> <li>Performs other duties as assigned to support the efficient functioning of the dining services operation</li> </ul> Preferred Qualifications: <ul> <li>Associate’s degree in Management, Hospitality, Culinary, or Nutrition preferred; additional food service management experience preferred</li> <li>Three or more years of food service management experience</li> <li>K-12 dining experience preferred</li> <li>Strong leadership and communication skills</li> <li>Financial acumen with strong business intuition</li> </ul></div></div></div>Apply to Chartwells Schools today! Chartwells Schools is a member of Compass Group USA <a href="http://www.compass-usa.com/our-story/">Click here to Learn More about the Compass Story</a> 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. <ul> <li>Medical</li> <li>Dental</li> <li>Vision</li> <li>Life Insurance/ AD</li> <li>Disability Insurance</li> <li>Retirement Plan</li> <li>Paid Time Off</li> <li>Holiday Time Off (varies by site/state)</li> <li>Associate Shopping Program</li> <li>Health and Wellness Programs</li> <li>Discount Marketplace</li> <li>Identity Theft Protection</li> <li>Pet Insurance</li> <li>Commuter Benefits</li> <li>Employee Assistance Program</li> <li>Flexible Spending Accounts (FSAs)</li> <li>Paid Parental Leave</li> <li>Personal Leave</li> </ul> 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,<a href="https://www.compass-usa.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/08/2023_WageTransparency_ChartwellsK12.pdf" target="_blank" rel="noopener"> click here </a>or copy/paste the link below for paid time off benefits information. <a href="https://www.compass-usa.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/08/2023_WageTransparency_ChartwellsK12.pdf">https://www.compass-usa.com/wpcontent/uploads/2023/08/2023_WageTransparency_ChartwellsK12.pdf</a> Certain positions may require Florida Level 2 background screening. Details: <a href="https://info.flclearinghouse.com/">https://info.flclearinghouse.com/</a> Req ID: 1553040 Chartwells K12 KRISTEN STROHMYER [[req_classification]]

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