ASST DIR, DINING SERVICES - Tri-County Area Schools, MI

Compass Group USA; Nelson Township (MI); On-site; USD 50,000 - 55,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

401K

Paid Time Off

Job summary

Chartwells K-12 in Michigan is seeking an Assistant Director of Dining Services to support Tri County Area Schools in Sand Lake, with a district population of around 1,600–1,700 students. You will report to the Director of Dining Services and help oversee daily operations while delivering a positive dining experience.

Lead a team of about 12 frontline associates, participate in hiring, training, scheduling and food safety, and collaborate with culinary and marketing teams to implement nutritious

Qualifications

• 2+ 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.

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.

Skills

Leadership

Communication

Food Service Management

Financial Acumen

MS Office

Education

Associate’s degree preferred

Tools

MS Office

Job description

Chartwells K12

Salary: $50,000 - $55,000

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 www.ChartwellsK12.com.

Job Summary

Join Chartwells K-12 as the Assistant Director of Dining Services supporting Tri County Area Schools in Sand Lake, Michigan, a district serving approximately 1,600-1,700 students across four schools. Reporting directly to the Director of Dining Services, this role is a key part of the district leadership team, helping oversee daily dining operations while ensuring students receive a positive dining experience. This is an outstanding opportunity to join a long-tenured, stable account with a strong partnership and significant room for career growth.

The Assistant Director will provide hands‑on leadership for approximately 12 frontline associates, supporting hiring, training, scheduling, employee development, food safety, and daily operational execution. We are seeking a relationship‑driven leader who enjoys being visible in the schools, coaching teams, solving problems, and driving service excellence. Ideal candidates will bring food service, hospitality, restaurant, or school nutrition leadership experience, along with a passion for developing people and creating a positive, accountable team culture.

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:

• 2+ 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.

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

https://www.compass-usa.com/wpcontent/uploads/2023/08/2023_WageTransparency_ChartwellsK12.pdf

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