DIRECTOR, DINING SERVICES - K12 School Food Service, Tulsa, OK
About the role
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.
We're looking for a visionary Director of Dining Services to inspire and lead our team in creating exceptional service and unforgettable culinary experiences for a premier food services account. In this role, you'll shape the future of dining through strategic planning, operational excellence, and innovative leadership. This is your opportunity to make a lasting impact and drive a culture of excellence that delights every guest.
Responsibilities
- Oversees all P&L 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 marketing and 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
Preferred Qualifications
- Associates Degree in Management/Hospitality/Culinary or Nutrition encouraged with additional food service management experience
- Three plus years of foodservice management experience
- Dining experience
- Strong leadership and communication skills
- Financial and strong intuition for business
- Excellent communication skills
Pay
$65,000 - $70,000
Benefits
- Annual bonus incentive
- 401K
- PTO
- Medical
- Dental
- Vision insurance
- Life Insurance/AD&D
- Disability Insurance
- Retirement Plan
- 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