DIRECTOR, DINING SERVICES - Brawley Elementary School District, CA

This role seeks an experienced Director of Dining Services to support an elementary district of ~3,800 students across six schools (four K5 and two middle schools) under the NSLP. The position operates on a MondayFriday, 7:00 AM4:00 PM schedule and is focused on core meal service, with an opportunity to build and expand a catering program. Summer months are lighter and dedicated to planning, program development, and readiness, working closely with a highly engaged client and 40 union frontline employees.

The ideal candidate has a Bachelor's degree and K12 food service experience, bringing proven success in P&L management, menu development, and food program execution. This is a self-starter who effectively leverages Compass tools, demonstrates a strong leadership presence with clear direction, and can drive innovation and program growth. Candidates should be adaptable, solutions-oriented, and committed long-term, with culinary experience preferred.

Key Responsibilities:

• Lead, mentor, and inspire our team of 40 union frontline associates.
• 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:

• Bachelor's degree in Nutrition/Management/Hospitality/Culinary preferred or equivalent experience.
• K12 food service management experience
• Five 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.
• Bilingual - English & Spanish preferred.

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 including medical, dental, vision, life insurance, disability insurance, retirement plan, paid time off, holiday time off, associate shopping program, health and wellness programs, discount marketplace, identity theft protection, pet insurance, commuter benefits, employee assistance program, flexible spending accounts, paid parental leave, personal leave.