DIRECTOR OF DINING SERVICES

Compass Group•Weston, CT

9d•$65,000 - $68,000•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. Job Summary Lead Culinary Excellence in a Premier K-12 School District Are you a passionate culinary professional ready to bring your creativity, leadership, and commitment to quality to a role that offers an exceptional quality of life? We're seeking an innovative Director of Dining Services to lead the dining program for a premier K-12 school district in Weston, CT This is an outstanding opportunity for a chef-driven leader who wants to make a meaningful impact through fresh, nutritious, and exciting menus while enjoying a schedule that supports work-life balance. No nights, no weekends, and no holidays means you can continue doing what you love without sacrificing time with family and friends. As the culinary and operational leader of the program, you'll have the opportunity to elevate the student dining experience, inspire a talented team, and bring innovative food concepts to life in a fast-paced educational environment.

Requirements

Three plus years of foodservice management experience.
Dining experience.
Strong leadership and communication skills.
Financial and strong intuition for business.
Excellent communication skills.

Nice To Haves

Associate’s degree in Culinary, Food Services Technology/Management/Hospitality preferred or equivalent experience.

Responsibilities

Oversees all finance and budgeting as it pertains to the account.
Maintains excellent relationships with the client.
Works with the team in creating nutritious and top-quality food for the students.
Implements new culinary programs in conjunction with the culinary teams.
Acts as a liaison between the Chartwells, Client, and the community.
Performs other duties as assigned to support the efficient functioning of a dining service operation.