RESIDENT DISTRICT MANAGER- EDUCATION FOOD SERVICE - ...

Chartwells K12 Salary: $115,000-$130,000 Other Forms of Compensation: Annual Bonus Incentive, Health Benefits, 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 Job Summary Join us as a Resident District Manager (RDM) leading all aspects of a large multi-unit dining K12 account located in Lansing, MI . You'll be the primary liaison and business authority for the client, leading your team to operational success while encouraging strong client relationships and upholding our mission to nourish students. Responsibilities: u2022 Leading, managing, and motivating a diverse team to deliver outstanding service to the client, students, and community. u2022 Driving team development and building client relationships to achieve key performance indicators. u2022 Participating in district leadership and peer collaboration to share best practices and mitigate risks. u2022 Making strategic decisions with input from the team, ensuring alignment with short and long-term goals. u2022 Encouraging a culture of transparency, education, safety, and accountability. u2022 Representing Chartwells at client and community events as a brand ambassador. u2022 Ensuring client needs are met, identifying cross-sell opportunities, and supporting the rebid process. u2022 Supporting operational functions including safety, marketing, nutrition, and culinary. u2022 Ensuring compliance with regulations and completing required reporting accurately and on time. u2022 Developing team members through performance evaluations and succession planning. u2022 Leading financial results and budgeting processes accurately. u2022 Coordinating policies and procedures consistently and fairly. u2022 Performing other duties as assigned to support efficient operation. Required Qualifications: u2022 Bachelor's degree in foodservice or hospitality management, per USDA Professional Standards. Preferred Qualifications: u2022 Bachelor's degree and minimum of three (3) years of management experience in foodservice or hospitality. u2022 Strong background in foodservice management with shown success. u2022 Leadership experience, excellent communication, and financial competence. u2022 Proven initiative, critical thinking, and organizational skills. u2022 Proactive, inclusive, professional, and resilient demeanor. u2022 Proficiency in Microsoft Office suite and POS software. Occasional travel required. 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 Angelesu2019 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. ( Certain positions may require Florida Level 2 background screening. Details: Req ID: 1514898 Chartwells K12 KRISTEN STROHMYER [[req_classification]]

Created: 2026-03-19