Director, DINING Services - Tuba Unified School District, AZ

Chartwells K12
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, 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

Job Summary:

Chartwells K12 is seeking a dynamic and innovative Director of Dining Services to lead food service operations for Tuba City Unified School District in Arizona. Serving approximately 1,400 students across three schools (PreK–12), this role oversees a team of 20–25 frontline associates and is responsible for ensuring exceptional food quality, safety, and service. This position offers a Monday–Friday schedule from 7:00 AM to 3:30 PM (pending business needs).

The ideal candidate will bring strong food service management experience, including financial oversight, team leadership, and operational excellence. While the current focus is on breakfast and lunch programs, there is potential to expand services. Success requires excellent organizational skills, a deep understanding of food safety, and the ability to build strong relationships with staff, students, and school leadership.

• Lead, mentor, and inspire our team of up to 20/25 frontline associates.
• Drive 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, prefers K12.
• Knowledge of high-volume food production is preferred.
• Previous P&L accountability or contract-managed services experience.
• Exceptional leadership skills.
• Catering experience preferred.
• Strong verbal and written communication skills.
• Proficiency in computer skills.

Apply to Chartwells Schools today. Chartwells Schools is a member of Compass Group USA.

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. This job post is not necessarily an exhaustive list of all essential responsibilities, skills, tasks, or requirements. While this is 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, in a manner consistent with all applicable federal, state, and local laws, including fair chance ordinances.

Chartwells K12 maintains a drug-free workplace. Applications are accepted on an ongoing basis.

• 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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KRISTEN STROHMYER