DIRECTOR DINING SERVICES II - K12 Whiteriver Unified School District, AZ
Salary: $70,000-$75,000
Other Forms of Compensation: Annual Bonus Incentive up to 15%
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
Whiteriver Unified School District, located in Arizona’s spectacular White Mountains on the Fort Apache Indian Reservation (Mesa, AZ, located approximately 111 miles to the west), is seeking a hardworking and experienced Director of Dining Services. This position is employed by Compass Group – Chartwells K12, serving as the Food Service Director for Whiteriver USD. In this role, you’ll lead a team of 30 frontline associates to provide nutritious, high-quality meals to over 2,300 students across 5 schools. The successful candidate will enjoy a high level of communication, being boots on the ground in the field, engaging with our client, students, and staff, promoting the dining program, and encouraging a welcoming, inclusive food service culture. We are especially excited to find someone who is enthusiastic about creating and driving a dynamic catering program that supports school events, staff functions, and community engagement opportunities.
This is a unique chance to define an important impact in a culturally rich and close-knit community. Enjoy a no weekends, holidays or evenings, excellent work-life balance, and opportunities for professional growth—all while living in a region known for its natural beauty, strong traditions, and sense of community. Just a few hours from the Phoenix metro area, Whiteriver offers the best of both worlds: calm surroundings and access to city amenities.
Key Responsibilities:
- Lead, mentor, and encourage our team of 30 frontline associates.
- Drive critical initiatives to improve customer satisfaction and increase profitability.
- Recruit, train, and develop top talent within the organization.
- Lead the annual budget and oversee costs effectively.
- Ensure adherence to quality, safety, and sanitation standards.
- Build positive relationships with clients, customers, and associates.
- Market the program and effectively tell its story to engage customers.
- Perform other duties as assigned to support the efficient functioning of the dining service operation.
Preferred Qualifications:
- Associate’s degree in Food Services Management/Hospitality/Culinary or Nutrition preferred or equivalent experience.
- Strong leadership skills with a proven record to cultivate an inclusive and engaging culture.
- Skilled in creating impactful, long-term relationships that drive program success and client satisfaction.
- Food service management experience needed.
- Catering experience preferred.
- Knowledge of K12 food service experience is preferred.
- Previous P&L accountability or contract-managed services experience.
- Proficiency in computer skills.
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Compass Group is an equal opportunity employer. At Compass, we are committed to treating all Applicants and Associates fairly based on their abilities, achievements, and experience without regard to race, national origin, sex, age, disability, veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity, or any other classification protected by law.
Qualified candidates must be able to perform the essential functions of this position satisfactorily with or without a reasonable accommodation. Disclaimer: this job post is not necessarily an exhaustive list of all essential responsibilities, skills, tasks, or requirements associated with this position. While this is intended to be an accurate reflection of the position posted, the Company reserves the right to modify or change the essential functions of the job based on business necessity. We will consider for employment all qualified applicants, including those with a criminal history (including relevant driving history), in a manner consistent with all applicable federal, state, and local laws, including the City of Los Angeles’ Fair Chance Initiative for Hiring Ordinance, the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance, and the New York Fair Chance Act.
Chartwells K-12 maintains a drug-free workplace.
Applications are accepted on an ongoing basis.
Associates at Chartwells K-12 are offered many fantastic 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
Associates may also be eligible for paid and/or unpaid time off benefits in accordance with applicable federal, state, and local laws. For positions in Washington State, Maryland, or to be performed Remotely, click here for paid time off benefits information.
Req ID: 1432121
Chartwells K12
KRISTEN STROHMYER
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