DIRECTOR DINING SERVICES - DaVinci Charter / Wiseburn Unified Schools, Hawt at Compass Group

Hawthorne, California, United States -

Full Time

Start Date

Immediate

Expiry Date

30 Jan, 26

Salary

95000.0

Posted On

01 Nov, 25

Experience

5 year(s) or above

Remote Job

Yes

Telecommute

Yes

Sponsor Visa

Skills

Food Service Management, Culinary Excellence, Team Leadership, Budget Management, Inventory Control, Catering Initiatives, Compliance Knowledge, Emotional Intelligence, Communication Skills, Operational Acumen, Coaching Skills, Sanitation Standards, Food Cost Control, Presentation Skills, ServSafe Certification

Industry

Food and Beverage Services

Description

Salary: $85000-$95000 Other Forms of Compensation: 20% Annual Bonus Incentive 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 Chartwells K12 is seeking a passionate and experienced Director of Dining Services to lead food service operations for Wiseburn Unified School District and Da Vinci Charter Schools in Hawthorne, California. This role supports approximately 4,700 students across 11 schools, with a combined managed volume of $2.7 million. It’s a unique opportunity to shape the dining experience in a vibrant, innovative educational community that values student engagement and wellness. In this role, you’ll partner with an Executive Chef to lead a team of up to 19 frontline associates, ensuring smooth operations, high-quality service, and a positive team culture. You’ll bring to life engaging programs like Global Eats, Student Choice, Discovery Kitchen, and Mood Boost, while also supporting district-wide catering initiatives. We’re looking for a hands-on leader with strong operational and financial acumen, who can coach and develop teams, build trust with school partners, and drive results through innovation and accountability. The ideal candidate will have a solid background in K-12 food service leadership, a passion for culinary excellence, and a desire to make a lasting impact on how students experience food at school. Emotional intelligence, adaptability, and professionalism are key, along with a deep understanding of compliance, budgeting, and student-centered programming. If you're ready to lead with purpose and creativity in a dynamic school environment, we’d love to hear from you. Key Responsibilities: Manages hourly associates in the Food Service Department Oversees the overall direction, coordination, and evaluation of the account Interviews, hires, and trains associates; plans, assigns, and directs work; appraises performance; rewards and disciplines associates; addresses complaints and resolves problems Prepares and manages annual budget Utilize company systems for completion of required daily/weekly/monthly reports such as inventory, cash reports, production records, payroll/time-keeping, etc. Oversees and participates in the preparation and service of food and beverage items in adherence to company food standards for preparation, presentation, sanitation and safety (meeting HACCP and OSHA guidelines) and portion control Preferred Qualifications: Bachelors Degree in Food Services Hospitality/Culinary/Nutrition 5+ years of direct foodservice operational management experience with inventory and purchasing knowledge and control 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 desirable 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 Apply to Chartwells Schools today! Chartwells Schools is a member of Compass Group USA Click here to Learn More about the Compass Story 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: 1477866 Chartwells K12 KRISTEN STROHMYER [[req_classification]]

Responsibilities

The Director of Dining Services will manage food service operations for Wiseburn Unified School District and Da Vinci Charter Schools, overseeing a team of up to 19 associates. Responsibilities include ensuring high-quality service, managing the annual budget, and implementing engaging dining programs.