Oklahoma

Compass Group•Addison, TX

6d•$130,000 - $140,000•Hybrid

About The Position

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 Area Director / District Manager – K12 Chartwells K12 | Compass Group USA North Texas - Oklahoma Market (from the pan handle to Oklahoma) Chartwells K12, part of Compass Group USA, is seeking a seasoned Area Director / District Manager to lead and support our K–12 food service operations across South Texas focusing on the Houston metroplex. This multi-unit leadership role is responsible for approximately 12-14 school districts with a combined managed volume of $40-55 million. As the Area Director, you will provide hands-on leadership and strategic oversight for district-level operations while partnering closely with clients and internal teams. This role focuses on financial performance, operational consistency, talent development, and growth across a diverse portfolio of school districts. Reporting to the Division President, the Area Director will spend significant time in the field supporting accounts, building relationships, and ensuring operational excellence, with additional time working remotely from a home office.

Requirements

Seven plus years of foodservice management experience
Strong leadership and communication skills
Strong in financial acumen
High Volume, Multi-unit experience a MUST!!

Nice To Haves

BS Degree preferred

Responsibilities

Monitors the overall financial performance of the accounts to ensure profitability
Ensures consistent and fair administration of personnel policies
Manages planning, budget analysis and reporting for the region
Participates in the sales process to grow the region