Compass Group-posted 3 months ago
$140,000 - $150,000/Yr
Full-time • Senior
Remote • New Orleans, LA
Merchant Wholesalers, Nondurable Goods

Chartwells K12 is seeking a dynamic Regional Director of Operations to lead and inspire our teams across Louisiana and Mississippi. This senior leadership role oversees a multi-unit, contract-managed food service operation with an annual managed volume exceeding $50 million. The Regional Director will drive operational excellence, deliver financial results, and strengthen client partnerships while ensuring every student receives nutritious meals that fuel learning and success. This is a remote-based opportunity, ideally located in the New Orleans or Baton Rouge area, or in the Jackson, MS or surrounding areas.

  • Provide strategic leadership and direction for District Managers, Resident District Managers, and Directors of Dining Services across multiple school districts.
  • Oversee all aspects of food service management including compliance, quality assurance, client satisfaction, and financial performance.
  • Partner with district leaders and clients to ensure strong relationships, contract retention, and innovative program delivery.
  • Lead and mentor management teams to develop future leaders and maintain a culture of excellence.
  • Manage budgets, financial analysis, and reporting for a large, complex region.
  • Drive continuous improvement initiatives in operations, service delivery, and client engagement.
  • Bachelor's Degree, or equivalent experience.
  • Minimum 5 years of senior-level leadership in multi-unit, contract-managed food service operations.
  • Proven experience managing a $50M+ portfolio, with strong P&L responsibility.
  • Background in K-12 food service strongly preferred.
  • Exceptional strategic thinking, communication, and client relationship skills.
  • Demonstrated ability to inspire large teams, deliver results, and retain contracts in a competitive environment.
  • 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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