DIRECTOR, DINING SERVICES - Democracy Prep&Nevada Rise Academy | Las Vegas, NV

Compass Group, North America; Las Vegas (NV); On-site; USD 80,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical

Dental

Vision

Retirement Plan

Paid Time Off

Holiday Time Off

Job summary

Chartwells K12, a Compass Group division, seeks a Director of Dining Services for Democracy Prep at Agassi School and RISE School in Las Vegas, NV. You will lead a hands-on dining operation serving over 1,000 students, drive culinary excellence, manage staff, and maintain strong client partnerships.

The role emphasizes budgeting, operational leadership, and delivering an outstanding student dining experience on a Monday–Friday schedule with some evening and school-break considerations, while

Qualifications

• Associates degree preferred.
• Three plus years of foodservice management experience required.
• Dining experience preferred.
• Strong leadership and communication skills.
• Financial and business acumen.
• Excellent communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Oversees all P&L and budgeting as it pertains to the account.
• Maintains excellent relationships with the client.
• Works with the team in creating nutritious and top quality food for the students.
• Implements new culinary programs in conjunction with the Company marketing and culinary teams.
• Acts as a liaison between the Company, Client, and the community.

Skills

Leadership

Communication

Financial acumen

Education

Associate's degree

Job description

Chartwells K12

Salary: $80,000 - $90,000

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

Chartwells Schools is a member of Compass Group USA

Job Summary

Democracy Prep at Agassi School and RISE School in Las Vegas, NV are seeking a Director of Dining Services to lead a high-impact K-12 dining program serving more than 1,000 students. Reporting to the Area Director, this hands‑on leader will oversee a team of up to seven associates while driving culinary excellence, operational performance, client satisfaction, and an outstanding student dining experience. The ideal candidate will bring a strong culinary background with the ability to elevate food quality, train staff, and maintain high standards in food production, presentation, safety, and service.

This is an exceptional opportunity for a true boots‑on‑the‑ground leader who enjoys being visible in the operation, coaching and holding teams accountable, and building strong partnerships with school leadership. Success in this role requires excellent communication skills, strong financial and operational acumen, and the ability to confidently interact with clients while delivering results. In addition to a rewarding school‑based environment, the position offers excellent work‑life balance with a Monday through Friday schedule and time off during evenings, weekends, holidays, and school breaks. Candidates with K-12 dining experience are preferred, but proven culinary leadership and a passion for serving students are essential.

Key Responsibilities

• Oversees all P&L and budgeting as it pertains to the account

• Maintains excellent relationships with the client

• Works with the team in creating nutritious and top quality food for the students

• Implements new culinary programs in conjunction with the Company marketing and culinary teams

• Acts as a liaison between the Company, Client, and the community

Preferred Qualifications

• Associates degree preferred

• Three plus years of foodservice management experience required

• Dining experience preferred

• Strong leadership and communication skills

• Financial and business acumen

• Excellent communication skills

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

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