DIRECTOR, DINING SERVICES - Shelbyville Schools, IN

Compass Group•Shelbyville, IN

1d•$80,000 - $90,000•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. Shelbyville Schools District, located in Shelbyville, IN, serves approximately 3,900 students across five schools. This Director of Dining Services role provides leadership for the district's child nutrition program, overseeing daily operations, financial performance, food quality, and customer satisfaction. The Director will lead and support a team of 37 frontline associates while partnering with and overseeing two salaried managers to ensure efficient operations and an exceptional dining experience for students and staff. We are seeking a strong K-12 foodservice leader with proven management experience, exceptional organizational skills, and a passion for innovation. The ideal candidate will be a hands-on leader who can effectively manage people, programs, and budgets while building strong relationships with district stakeholders. This individual will bring fresh ideas to enhance the student dining experience, drive program growth, and continuously improve operational performance while maintaining a high standard of service and compliance.

Requirements

Three plus years of foodservice management experience.
Exceptional leadership and communication skills.
Proficiency in computer skills.

Nice To Haves

Associates's degree in Nutrition/Management/Hospitality/Culinary preferred or equivalent experience.
K12 food service management experience
Strong knowledge of high-volume food production and (catering trends) is preferred.
Previous P&L accountability or contract-managed services experience.

Responsibilities

Lead, mentor, and inspire our team of 37 frontline associates and 2 salaried managers.
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.