ASSISTANT DIRECTOR, DINING SERVICES - Hondo ISD, TX

Compass Group USA

Hondo (TX)

On-site

USD 65,000 - 90,000

Full time

13 days ago

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Benefits offered by this job

Medical

Vision

Life Insurance/ AD

Disability Insurance

Retirement Plan

Paid Time Off

Holiday Time Off

Associates Program

Health and Wellness Programs

Discount Marketplace

Identity Theft Protection

Pet Insurance

Employee Assistance Program

FSAs

Personal Leave

Job summary

Chartwells K-12 in Hondo, TX is seeking an Assistant Director of Dining Services to lead a team of 13 frontline associates and support daily food service operations across four schools. Reporting to the Director of Dining Services, you will drive nutritious menu execution, client relationships, and financial goals.

The ideal candidate blends culinary knowledge with management experience and initiative. This role emphasizes hands-on leadership, problem solving, and continuous program improvements

Qualifications

1+ years of food service supervisory or lead experience.
Experience in restaurants, hotels, corporate dining, education, military, health care, and/or related food service operations.
Strong leadership and communication skills.
Proficient computer skills and knowledge of MS Office products, including Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook, and internet.

Responsibilities

Works with the Director and Frontline 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.

Skills

Leadership

Communication

Food service supervision

MS Office

Education

Associate’s degree preferred

Tools

MS Office Suite

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

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 www.ChartwellsK12.com.

Job Summary

Hondo Independent School District, serving approximately 1,700 students across 4 schools, is looking for a hands-on Assistant Director of Dining Services to join its food service leadership team. Reporting directly to the Director of Dining Services, this role offers the opportunity to be involved in all aspects of the operation, from supporting daily food service and leading a team of 13 frontline associates to building strong client relationships and helping achieve operational and financial goals. It's a great fit for someone who enjoys being out in the schools, working alongside their team, and making a difference every day.

We're looking for someone with a blend of culinary knowledge, management experience, and initiative. The ideal candidate is a self-starter who enjoys solving problems, leading by example, and finding ways to continuously improve the program. If you're passionate about serving students, developing team members, and creating a positive dining experience, this is an exciting opportunity to join a supportive district and help shape the future of school dining in Hondo.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities:

Works with the Director and Frontline 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+ years of food service supervisory or lead 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.

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-12are offered many fantastic benefits.