DIRECTOR, DINING SERVICES - Clarke Community School District, Osceola, IA

Job Summary

The Director of Dining Services will lead and manage the launch of a new dining account within the K12 sector for the Clarke Community School District in Osceola, IA. The role combines strategic vision with hands-on leadership to deliver exceptional dining experiences that consistently exceed client expectations.

Key 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.
• Perform other duties as assigned to support the efficient functioning of a dining service operation.

Preferred Qualifications

• Associate’s degree in Nutrition/Management/Hospitality/Culinary preferred or equivalent experience.
• Three (3) plus years of foodservice management experience.
• Previous P&L accountability or contract-managed services experience.
• Exceptional leadership and communication skills.
• Proficiency in computer skills.
• Bilingual (English/Spanish) with the ability to communicate in Spanish in a professional work environment preferred

Benefits

• Medical
• Dental
• Vision
• Life Insurance/AD
• Disability Insurance
• Retail 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

Company Information

• Chartwells K12 is a member of Compass Group USA.
• Compass Group is an equal opportunity employer.
• Drug-free workplace policy.

Contact Information

To apply, please visit Chartwells Schools Careers Page.