ASST DIRECTOR, DINING SERVICES I - Appleton School District, WI

Chartwells School Dining Services K12

Appleton (WI)

On-site

USD 60,000 - 65,000

Full time

5 days ago

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Benefits offered by this job

Medical

Dental

Vision

Life Insurance/ AD

Disability Insurance

Retirement Plan

Paid Time Off

Holiday Time Off

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

Job summary

Chartwells K12 in Appleton, WI is seeking an experienced dining services leader to serve as Assistant Director of Dining Services for the Appleton Area School District. You will oversee daily operations, partner with district managers, and ensure an outstanding student dining experience across 27 schools.

The role emphasizes staffing, onboarding, training, scheduling, labor and food-cost control, and strong safety and service standards in a boots-on-the-ground environment.

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

Financial acumen

MS Office

Education

Associate's degree preferred

Tools

MS Office

Job description

Chartwells K12

Salary: $60,000 - $65,000

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

Pay Grade: 11

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

Assistant Director of Dining Services | Appleton Area School District | Appleton, WI

Join Chartwells K-12 and become part of a collaborative leadership team supporting the Appleton Area School District, one of the largest school districts in Northeast Wisconsin with nearly 16,000 students across 27 schools. Reporting directly to the Resident District Manager and partnering with three fellow managers, the Assistant Director of Dining Services will serve as a key operational leader overseeing daily dining services across the district. This role is highly visible and hands‑on, requiring a leader who enjoys being in the schools, building relationships, supporting managers and associates, and ensuring students receive an outstanding dining experience every day.

The primary focus of this position is staffing and workforce management. The successful candidate will lead hiring, onboarding, training, scheduling, and ongoing employee development for frontline teams across the district. This role will also be responsible for reinforcing food safety and personal safety standards through consistent training and coaching, helping manage labor and food costs, and serving as a problem solver for daily operational challenges. We are seeking a strong people leader with restaurant, hospitality, or food service management experience who thrives in a boots‑on‑the‑ground environment and has a passion for developing teams, driving accountability, and creating a culture of service excellence.

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.