DIRECTOR, DINING SERVICES - Duluth Charter Schools, MN
About The Position
Join Chartwells at Duluth Charter Schools as the Director of Dining Services, leading food operations across two schools serving Prek-8th grade and 735 students. In this role, you’ll oversee 8 Chartwells frontline associates and manage all aspects of our dinign program. This position requires a dynamic leader who can ensure compliance, drive participation, and deliver nutritious, appealing meals while fostering a positive, collaborative culture. The ideal candidate is personable, community-focused, and skilled at building strong relationships with staff, district leaders, and local stakeholders. A typical day includes guiding daily operations, menu planning, food safety oversight, and engaging in community initiatives. Visibility in cafeterias, hands-on leadership, and proactive communication are key to success. If you have proven sucess as a manager in food service, a passion for service excellence, and the ability to lead with integrity and enthusiasm, we want you on our team!
Requirements
- Three plus years of foodservice management experience.
- Exceptional leadership skills.
- Strong verbal and written communication skills.
- Proficiency in computer skills.
Nice To Haves
- Associate's degree in Food Services/Management/Hospitality/Culinary/Nutrition preferred, not mandatory.
- Knowledge of high-volume food production is preferred.
- Previous P&L accountability or contract-managed services experience.
Responsibilities
- Lead, mentor, and inspire our team of frontline associates.
- Drive critical initiatives to enhance customer satisfaction and increase profitability.
- Recruit, train, and develop top talent within the organization.
- Oversees the annual budget and control costs.
- 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.
Benefits
- Medical
- Dental
- Vision
- Life Insurance/ AD
- Disability Insurance
- Retirement Plan
- Paid Time Off
- Holiday Time Off (varies by site/state)
- Associate Shopping Program
- Health and Wellness Programs
- Discount Marketplace
- Identity Theft Protection
- Pet Insurance
- Commuter Benefits
- Employee Assistance Program
- Flexible Spending Accounts (FSAs)
- Paid Parental Leave
- Personal Leave
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Manager
Education Level
Associate degree
Number of Employees
5,001-10,000 employees
