DINING SERVICES DIRECTOR

Compass Group•Seminole, TX

19d•$60,000 - $90,000

About The Position

The Dining Services Director manages multiple K12 schools within a district or across districts, serving as the point of contact for the school administrator responsible for foodservice. The director leads the teams and manages the overall operation, providing planning and direction to achieve operational and financial goals, comply with applicable regulations, maintain strong client relationships, and fulfill the mission to feed kids. Occasional travel is required.

Requirements

Meet the educational minimum and work experience requirements under USDA Professional Standards for the assigned accounts.

Nice To Haves

Bachelor's degree and at least three years of management experience, preferably in foodservice, hospitality management, plant operations management, environmental services, laundry, or another support services area.
Strong foodservice management knowledge and a proven record of success, ideally in K12 foodservice.
Proven ability to lead a business and team, provide strong customer service, and demonstrate business and financial acumen.
Strong initiative, critical thinking, ownership, listening, written and verbal communication, multitasking, prioritization, and organizational skills.
Ability to champion inclusion and demonstrate a proactive, positive, professional, and resilient approach.
Excellent computer skills, including proficiency with Microsoft Office and POS software.

Responsibilities

Lead, manage, and inspire diverse teams at a large account or multiple accounts to provide high-quality service to clients, students, and the community.
Develop self and account teams to build strong client relationships and achieve key performance indicators, including profitability, safety, and engagement.
Possibly serve on the district leadership team and participate in peer discussions to share best practices, mitigate risks, champion diversity, and build community.
Weigh decisions for risks, rewards, and short- and long-term implications while gathering input from team members and partners.
Foster a culture of transparency, understanding, education, safety, and accountability.
Represent the Chartwells team within districts and the community, including attending key client and community events.
Meet or exceed client needs, retain accounts, identify cross-selling opportunities, and assist with rebid processes as directed.
Support functional areas including safety, marketing, nutrition, and culinary.
Ensure adherence to local, state, federal, and company policies, and conduct unit audits covering areas such as food storage and sanitation.
Maintain compliance with USDA regulations and guidance for applicable meal and retail programs, and complete required reporting on time.
Champion development within accounts, understand all operational roles, conduct performance evaluations, and plan for succession.
Own account financial results and ensure accuracy in reporting, forecasting, and budgeting.
Ensure consistent and fair administration of policies and procedures.