DIRECTOR, DINING SERVICES - Pilot Point Independent School District, TX
Salary: $75,000 - $80,000
Other Forms of Compensation: Annual bonus incentive up to 20%, Medical, Dental and Vision insurance, 401K, PTO
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
Ready to elevate your career and make a meaningful impact? Chartwells K12 is seeking a dynamic, relationship-driven Director of Dining Services to lead all food service operations for Pilot Point Independent School District in Pilot Point, TX. In this high-visibility leadership role, you’ll oversee dining services for approximately 1,600 students across four campuses, driving excellence as we launch and grow a new K-12 partnership. You’ll set the tone for a positive, student-centered culture—leading, coaching, and developing a dedicated team while ensuring exceptional service, compliance, and financial performance.
This is a hands-on, client-facing position for a leader who thrives in the field, builds strong stakeholder relationships, and leads by example. You’ll take ownership of daily operations—from team engagement and training to budgeting, HR processes, and program innovation—while maintaining a consistent presence across all schools. If you combine operational expertise with a passion for people and purpose-driven food programs—and value a schedule with no nights, weekends, or holidays—this is an outstanding opportunity to lead, grow, and make a difference.
Key Responsibilities:
• Lead, mentor, and inspire a solid frontline associates
• Drive critical initiatives to enhance customer satisfaction and increase profitability.
• Recruit, train, and develop top talent within the organization.
• Oversees the annual budget and control costs.
• 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:
• Minimum of an Associate's degree in Food Services/Management/Hospitality/Culinary/Nutrition necessary or equivalent experience preferred.**
• Three plus years of foodservice management experience, prefers K12.
• Knowledge of high-volume food production is preferred.
• Previous P&L accountability or contract-managed services experience.
• Exceptional leadership and communication skills.
• Proficiency in computer skills.
Apply to Chartwells Schools today!
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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: 1543553
Chartwells K12
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