Salary: $80,000 - $90,000

Other Forms of Compensation: Annual bonus incentive up to 15%, Medical, dental & vision insurance, 401K, PTO

Job Summary

Shelbyville Schools District, located in Shelbyville, IN, serves approximately 3,900 students across five schools. This Director of Dining Services role provides leadership for the district's child nutrition program, overseeing daily operations, financial performance, food quality, and customer satisfaction. The Director will lead and support a team of 37 frontline associates while partnering with and overseeing two salaried managers to ensure efficient operations and an exceptional dining experience for students and staff.

We are seeking a strong K-12 foodservice leader with proven management experience, exceptional organizational skills, and a passion for innovation. The ideal candidate will be a hands-on leader who can effectively manage people, programs, and budgets while building strong relationships with district stakeholders. This individual will bring fresh ideas to enhance the student dining experience, drive program growth, and continuously improve operational performance while maintaining a high standard of service and compliance.

Key Responsibilities:

• Lead, mentor, and inspire our team of 37 frontline associates and 2 salaried managers.
• Drive strategic initiatives to enhance customer satisfaction and increase profitability.
• Recruit, train, and develop top talent within the organization.
• Own the annual budget and control costs optimally.
• Ensure adherence to quality, safety, and sanitation standards.
• Build strong relationships with clients, customers, and associates.
• Performs other duties as assigned to support the efficient functioning of a dining service operation.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Associates's degree in Nutrition/Management/Hospitality/Culinary preferred or equivalent experience.
• K12 food service management experience
• Three plus years of foodservice management experience.
• Strong knowledge of high-volume food production and (catering trends) is preferred.
• Previous P&L accountability or contract-managed services experience.
• Exceptional leadership and communication skills.
• Proficiency in computer skills.

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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)
• 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 or copy/paste the link below for paid time off benefits information.

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Req ID:

Chartwells K12

KRISTEN STROHMYER

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