School Dining Services Director — Lead Nutrition & Operations

Compass Group USA; Blanchard (MI); On-site; USD 55,000 - 59,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

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

Job summary

Montabella Community Schools partnered with Chartwells K12 to hire a Director of Dining Services who will lead all aspects of the district's food service, supervise a team of 9 frontline associates, and ensure a safe, nutritious dining experience for students and staff. This hands-on leadership role balances operations, client relations, and program compliance with a Monday–Friday schedule.

Preferred candidates have 3+ years of foodservice management, a degree in related field, and proven

Qualifications

• Associate’s or bachelor's degree in food service management, hospitality, nutrition or culinary or equivalent experience.
• Three plus years of foodservice management experience.
• Dining experience.
• Strong leadership and communication skills.
• Financial and strong intuition for business.
• 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 marketing and culinary teams.
• Acts as a liaison between Chartwells, Client, and the community.
• Performs other duties as assigned to support the efficient functioning of a dining service operation.

Skills

Leadership

Communication

Financial acumen

Education

Associate’s or Bachelor’s degree in food service management, hospitality, nutrition or culinary

Job description

Montabella Community Schools partnered with Chartwells K12 to hire a Director of Dining Services who will lead all aspects of the district's food service, supervise a team of 9 frontline associates, and ensure a safe, nutritious dining experience for students and staff. This hands-on leadership role balances operations, client relations, and program compliance with a Monday–Friday schedule.

Preferred candidates have 3+ years of foodservice management, a degree in related field, and proven