ASSISTANT DIRECTOR, DINING SERVICES - Hondo ISD, TX
Salary: $50,000 - $62,000
Other Forms of Compensation: Medical, dental & Vision insurance, PTO, 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
Hondo Independent School District, serving approximately 1,700 students across 4 schools, is looking for a hands-on Assistant Director of Dining Services to join its food service leadership team. Reporting directly to the Director of Dining Services, this role offers the opportunity to be involved in all aspects of the operation, from supporting daily food service and leading a team of 13 frontline associates to building strong client relationships and helping achieve operational and financial goals. It's a great fit for someone who enjoys being out in the schools, working alongside their team, and making a difference every day.
We're looking for someone with a blend of culinary knowledge, management experience, and initiative. The ideal candidate is a self-starter who enjoys solving problems, leading by example, and finding ways to continuously improve the program. If you're passionate about serving students, developing team members, and creating a positive dining experience, this is an exciting opportunity to join a supportive district and help shape the future of school dining in Hondo.
Essential Duties and Responsibilities:
- Works with the Director and Frontline team in creating nutritious and top quality food.
- Implements new culinary programs in conjunction with the marketing and culinary teams.
- Maintains excellent relationships with the client.
- Manages, trains, and develops associates.
- Performs other duties as assigned.
Qualifications:
- 1+ years of food service supervisory or lead experience.
- Experience in restaurants, hotels, corporate dining, education, military, health care, and/or related food service operations.
- Strong leadership and communication skills.
- Financial experience and business acumen skills.
- Proficient computer skills and knowledge of MS Office products, including Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook, and internet.
- Associate’s degree is preferred.
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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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Req ID: 1564715
Chartwells K12
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