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Director of Dining Services

Compass Group USA, Winnemucca, NV, United States


Now Hiring: Director of Dining Services

Are you ready to lead a dining program that feeds minds, fuels futures, and makes kids smile? ️✨

Chartwells K12 is searching for an inspiring

Director of Dining Services

to oversee an exciting school nutrition program serving

3,000 students across 6 schools

in beautiful Humboldt County, Nevada.

Why You’ll Love This Role

✅ Make a real impact on students’ daily lives

✅ Lead a passionate team of up to 15 associates + an admin partner

✅ Own the operation—from strategy and budgeting to quality and creativity

✅ Thrive in a close-knit community surrounded by stunning high desert landscapes

What You’ll Do

Lead, coach, and develop a high-performing dining team

Drive innovation, customer satisfaction, and operational excellence

Ensure compliance with NSLP guidelines, safety, and sanitation standards

Manage budgets, control costs, and deliver outstanding results

Build strong relationships with school partners, families, and staff

What We’re Looking For

Associate Degree required

(Food Service Management, Culinary, Hospitality, or Nutrition preferred)

5+ years of foodservice management experience

Experience with high-volume food production and catering

P&L or contract-managed services experience preferred

Strong leadership, communication, and computer skills

The Perks

Annual Bonus Opportunity (up to 20%)

At

Chartwells K12 , our mission is simple:

students should leave the cafeteria happier and healthier than when they arrived . With 16,000+ associates in 4,500 schools nationwide, we bring passion, purpose, and innovation to every meal we serve.

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