Director, DINING Services - Duluth Charter Schools, MN

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Chartwells K12

Salary: $68,000-$71,000

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.

Director of Dining Services – Duluth Charter Schools
Join Chartwells at Duluth Charter Schools as the Director of Dining Services, leading food operations across two schools serving Prek-8th grade and 735 students. In this role, you’ll oversee 8 Chartwells frontline associates and manage all aspects of our dining program. This position requires a dynamic leader who can ensure compliance, drive participation, and deliver nutritious, appealing meals while fostering a positive, collaborative culture.

The ideal candidate is personable, community-focused, and skilled at building strong relationships with staff, district leaders, and local stakeholders. A typical day includes guiding daily operations, menu planning, food safety oversight, and engaging in community initiatives. Visibility in cafeterias, hands‑on leadership, and proactive communication are key to success. If you have proven success as a manager in food service, a passion for service excellence, and the ability to lead with integrity and enthusiasm, we want you on our team!

• Lead, mentor, and inspire our team of frontline associates.
• Drive critical initiatives to enhance customer satisfaction and increase profitability.
• Recruit, train, and develop top talent within the organization.
• Oversee the annual budget and control costs.
• 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.

• Associate's degree in Food Services/Management/Hospitality/Culinary/Nutrition preferred, not mandatory.
• Three plus years of food service management experience.
• Knowledge of high-volume food production is preferred.
• Previous P&L accountability or contract‑managed services experience.
• Exceptional leadership skills.
• Strong verbal and written communication skills.
• Proficiency in computer skills.

• 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

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. 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.

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