DIRECTOR, DINING SERVICES - Conecuh County Schools, Evergreen, AL

Compass Group USA; Evergreen (AL); On-site; USD 70,000 - 110,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

401K

Paid Time Off

Holiday Time Off

Life Insurance

Disability Insurance

Retirement Plan

FSAs

Job summary

Chartwells K-12, part of Compass Group USA, seeks a Director of Dining Services for Conecuh County Schools in Evergreen, Alabama. Lead a six-school program serving about 1,100 students, overseeing 14 frontline associates and delivering high-quality, home-style meals in a community-focused setting.

The ideal candidate is a hands-on leader with strong culinary experience, capable of building relationships with administrators, staff, and the community while expanding participation and supporting

Qualifications

• Associate's degree in Management, Hospitality, Culinary, or Nutrition preferred.
• Three or more years of food service management experience.
• K-12 dining experience preferred.
• Strong leadership and communication skills.
• Financial acumen with strong business intuition.

Responsibilities

• Oversees all P&L and budgeting as it pertains to the account.
• Maintains excellent relationships with the client.
• Works with the team to create nutritious, high-quality food for students.
• Implements new culinary programs in conjunction with the marketing and culinary teams.
• Acts as a liaison between Chartwells, the client, and the community.
• Performs other duties as assigned to support the efficient functioning of the dining services operation.

Skills

Culinary leadership

People management

Leadership

Communication

Financial acumen

Education

Associate's degree in Management/Hospitality/Culinary/Nutrition

Job description

Other Forms of Compensation:Annual bonus incentive up to 20%, 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

Conecuh County Schools, located in the close-knit community of Evergreen, Alabama, is seeking a dynamic Director of Dining Services to lead our new food service partnership across six schools serving approximately 1,100 students. Overseeing a team of 14 frontline associates, this leader will be responsible for delivering high-quality, nutritious meals while creating a welcoming dining experience that reflects the values of the community. We're looking for someone with strong culinary experience who appreciates the importance of home-cooked, comfort-style meals and can bring creativity and passion to the program.

The ideal candidate will be a hands-on leader with proven people-management skills and a talent for building strong relationships with school administrators, staff, and the community. This role offers the opportunity to make a meaningful impact by developing a strong team, enhancing student participation, and supporting occasional catering events throughout the district. If you thrive in a community-focused environment and are passionate about food, service, and student success, this is an exciting opportunity to lead a growing program and become a valued partner within Conecuh County Schools.

Key Responsibilities:

• Oversees all P&L and budgeting as it pertains to the account
• Maintains excellent relationships with the client
• Works with the team to create nutritious, high-quality food for students
• Implements new culinary programs in conjunction with the marketing and culinary teams
• Acts as a liaison between Chartwells, the client, and the community
• Performs other duties as assigned to support the efficient functioning of the dining services operation

Preferred Qualifications:

• Associate's degree in Management, Hospitality, Culinary, or Nutrition preferred; additional food service management experience
• Three or more years of food service management experience
• K-12 dining experience preferred
• Strong leadership and communication skills
• Financial acumen with strong business intuition

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.

• Medical
• 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
• Employee Assistance Program
• Flexible Spending Accounts (FSAs)
• 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, click here or copy/paste the link below for paid time off benefits information.