Marketing | Communication Manager - K12 FOOD SERVICE - Fort Worth ISD (FWISD), TX
Salary: $85,000-$100,000
Other Forms of Compensation: Medical, Dental and Vision Insurance, PTO and 401K
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
Marketing | Communications Manager
Chartwells K12 | Compass Group USA
Fort Worth Independent School District, Fort Worth, TX
We’re seeking an on‑site Marketing & Communications Manager to drive engaging, community‑focused communications that support student nutrition, wellness, and educational success across Fort Worth ISD. This role blends strategy, storytelling, and brand stewardship to strengthen connections with families, schools, and district partners.
Reporting to the District Manager, your day‑to‑day work will include marketing within schools by providing guidance and follow‑up, managing on‑site signage, partnering with the district communications team on community messaging, managing the approved digital community platform, and planning community involvement events. You’ll lead marketing campaigns, support program launches and district initiatives, and manage social and print content that highlights menus, nutrition education, and program impact—helping ensure programs are consistently announced, promoted, and celebrated across the district.
What You’ll Do
Strategic Communications
• Develop and execute internal and external communication strategies aligned with company goals and school district priorities
• Create clear, consistent messaging that supports nutrition programs, wellness initiatives, and positive educational outcomes
• Deliver audience-appropriate communications for families, students, school staff, and district leadership
• Support client-facing announcements, program launches, and collaborate with the Sector Communications Team on issue response
Marketing & Brand Management
• Lead marketing campaigns that drive school meal participation and showcase program value
• Ensure brand consistency while honoring district identities and guidelines
• Support new school openings, menu rollouts, special promotions, and district-wide initiatives
• Coordinate print and digital marketing materials for schools and district offices
Social Media & Content Strategy
• Build and manage a social media strategy that supports both company and district objectives
• Create, schedule, and manage family-friendly content highlighting menus, nutrition education, success stories, and community impact
• Monitor engagement and performance metrics to inform ongoing improvement
• Maintain a professional, positive, and inclusive online presence
What You Bring
• At least (3) three years’ experience in marketing and/or communications, ideally with client-facing or community-oriented programs
• Strong writing and storytelling skills with the ability to tailor messages to diverse audiences
• Knowledge of social media platforms, content planning, and performance measurement
• A collaborative mindset and passion for serving children, families, and school communities
• Bachelor’s degree in Communication, Marketing, or related field required.
• Bilingual preferred
Why This Role Matters
Your work will help connect schools, families, and communities—amplifying programs that nourish students and support their success every day.
Apply to Chartwells Schools today!
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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.
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 or copy/paste the link below for paid time off benefits information.
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Certain positions may require Florida Level 2 background screening. Details: https://info.flclearinghouse.com/
Req ID: 1529754
Chartwells K12
KRISTEN STROHMYER
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Nearest Major Market: Fort Worth
Nearest Secondary Market: Dallas
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