DIRECTOR, DINING SERVICES / Executive Chef - Downtown Doral Charter Schools, FL

Compass Group•Miami, FL

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 Are you a skilled chef and passionate culinarian ready to lead and inspire? We're seeking a hands-on Director of Dining Services to launch and oversee dining operations for our brand-new K-12 account at Downtown Doral Charter Elementary and Upper Schools. This role requires someone who can hit the ground running , bringing exceptional culinary expertise to create fresh, innovative menus that meet nutritional standards while delighting students. Your ability to combine creativity with operational excellence will set the tone for an outstanding dining experience. The ideal candidate will have K-12 food service experience , strong leadership skills, and the ability to manage all aspects of dining services—from kitchen operations to team development. Bilingual fluency in English and Spanish is highly preferred to effectively communicate within our diverse community. If you're ready to pair your culinary talent with strategic vision and make a lasting impact, join us in shaping the future of dining at Downtown Doral Charter Schools!

Requirements

K-12 food service experience
Strong leadership skills
Ability to manage all aspects of dining services—from kitchen operations to team development

Nice To Haves

Bachelor's degree in Food Services/Management/Hospitality/Nutrition preferred or equivalent experience.
Five plus years of foodservice management experience.
Strong knowledge of high-volume food production and (catering trends) is preferred.
Previous P&L accountability or contract-managed services experience.
Exceptional leadership and communication skills.
Proficiency in computer skills.
Bilingual fluency in English and Spanish is highly preferred

Responsibilities

Lead, mentor, and inspire our team of frontline associates.
Drive strategic initiatives to enhance customer satisfaction and increase profitability.
Recruit, train, and develop top talent within the organization.
Own the annual budget and control costs optimally.
Ensure adherence to quality, safety, and sanitation standards.
Build strong relationships with clients, customers, and associates.
Performs other duties as assigned to support the efficient functioning of a dining service operation.