ASSISTANT DIRECTOR, DINING SERVICES I

Compass Group•Flagstaff, AZ

1d•$65,000 - $75,000•Onsite

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. As an Assistant Director of Dining Services I, you will be responsible for assisting with the day-to-day food service operations of a medium to large volume location. You will manage and lead a team of associates, and will be responsible for talent development, managing client relationships, profitability, and supporting financial goals in an assigned area. Partnering closely with the Director, management team, and frontline staff, you will support menu planning and execution, drive financial and operational goals, and enhance the student dining experience while minimizing waste. In this highly visible role, you will assist in overseeing day‑to‑day food service operations across 17 schools, ensuring the delivery of nutritious, high‑quality meals that appeal to a diverse student population while maintaining the highest standards for consistency, presentation, food safety, and sanitation. You will help lead and support a team of approximately 54 frontline associates, focusing on talent development, operational excellence, and strong client relationships.

Requirements

1 to 3 years of food service management experience.
Experience in restaurants, hotels, corporate dining, education, military, healthcare, 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.

Nice To Haves

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.