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Form of workPosition Title: BILINGUAL DIRECTOR OF DINING SERVICES I - K12 SCHOOLS - UNION CITY, NJ
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 4,300 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.
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Job Summary
Join our dynamic team as the Director of Dining Services, where your leadership and expertise will shape the culinary experience for a K-12 school district. This is a unique opportunity for degreed bilingual professionals to make a significant impact on the lives of students through innovative and nutritious dining solutions.
Why Choose Us:
Inclusive Environment: Foster a diverse and inclusive food service environment that celebrates different cultures and dietary needs, creating a welcoming atmosphere for students and staff alike.
Professional Development: We invest in your growth, providing opportunities for continuous learning and advancement within our organization. Your success is our priority.
Relocation Assistance: We understand the importance of a smooth transition, and we offer relocation assistance to support you in joining our vibrant community.
Key Responsibilities:
Inspiring Leadership: Manage and lead a team of dedicated professionals, fostering a positive work environment that encourages collaboration and excellence.
Client Relationship Management: Cultivate strong relationships with clients, ensuring open communication and exceeding expectations in service delivery.
Financial Stewardship: Take charge of the food and labor budget, ensuring profitability and financial success of the account. Your strategic financial foresight will be pivotal in driving the success of our DINING SERVICES.
Talent Development: Invest in the growth and development of your team through effective training programs and mentorship, creating an impactful and engaged workforce.
Innovative Reporting: Apply pioneering company systems for efficient completion of required reports, using technology to streamline processes and enhance decision-making.
Culinary Excellence: Oversee the preparation and service of food and beverage items, adhering to the highest standards in food preparation, presentation, sanitation, safety, and portion control.
Compliance and Standards: Ensure compliance with HACCP and OSHA guidelines, maintaining the highest standards of safety and hygiene in our dining facilities.
If you are a degreed bilingual professional with a passion for culinary excellence, team leadership, and creating positive dining experiences in an educational setting, we invite you to apply. Join us in shaping the future of school DINING SERVICES and making a lasting impact on the lives of students. Relocation assistance is available to facilitate your seamless integration into our community. Your journey to culinary leadership begins here!
Preferred Qualifications:
- Bachelor's Degree in Business, Culinary Arts, Hospitality, Nutrition, or a food related subject area is required
- Five to seven years of direct foodservice operational management experience with inventory and purchasing knowledge and control
- Bilingual fluency in English and Spanish will be highly preferred
- Strong knowledge of food and catering trends with a focus on quality, production, sanitation, food cost controls, and presentation
- Previous P&L accountability or contract-managed service experience is required
- Strong supervisory, leadership, management and coaching skills
- Strong communication skills, both written and verbal
- Ability to communicate on various levels to include management, client, customer and associate levels
- Excellent financial, budgetary, accounting and computational skills
- Proficient computer skills to include; various computer programs, Microsoft Office programs, e-mail and the Internet
- ServSafe® Certified
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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. We encourage applicants with a criminal history (and driving history) to apply.
Chartwells K-12 maintains a drug-free workplace.
Associates at Chartwells K-12are 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)
