Communications & Project Management Specialist - Chicago Public Schools
Aramark, Chicago, IL, United States
Job Overview
Aramark Student Nutrition provides food and nutrition services to over 350 school districts in the U.S. It offers public and private education institutions a variety of dining options including breakfast and lunch programs, after‑school snacks, catering, nutrition education and retail operations. We partner with schools to create culinary experiences that propel students to success, providing healthy, nutritious meals with a stellar dining experience for our communities.
Compensation
The salary range for this position is $80,000–$90,000.
Benefits
Medical, dental, vision and work/life resources.
Retirement savings plans such as 401(k).
Paid days off including parental leave and disability coverage.
Benefits vary by location and are subject to legal requirements and eligibility.
Job Responsibilities
Strategic Communication Development: Create and implement communication strategies that support organizational goals and strengthen engagement with internal and external audiences.
Community Engagement: Act as a liaison between the organization and the community, ensuring transparent and consistent communication with parents, teachers, and students.
Business to Consumer Communication: Craft compelling narratives that convey the organization’s mission, impact, and value to community members, parents, students, and partners.
Content Creation: Develop high‑quality communication materials including newsletters, presentations, announcements, promotional content, and digital media.
Stakeholder Engagement: Serve as a liaison to community partners, translating complex programs and initiatives into clear, accessible messaging.
Presentation Development & Delivery: Build and deliver high‑impact presentations to support sales, district leadership communication, and community engagement efforts.
Feedback & Listening Channels: Implement systems for gathering stakeholder insights to continually refine messaging and communications strategy.
Cross‑functional Collaboration: Partner with internal teams, including operations, sales, nutrition, and leadership, to ensure alignment and consistency of messaging.
Project Planning & Coordination: Support the planning and execution of major initiatives, including program launches, account openings, and strategic projects.
Contract Support: Collaborate with cross‑functional teams to gather requirements, assess risks, and contribute communication materials for proposals.
Data & Program Analysis: Review and synthesize data to inform communication strategies and project decisions.
Operational Documentation: Manage information gathering processes such as client meeting presentations, site surveys, and program design inputs.
Process Improvement: Identify opportunities to enhance communication workflows and project execution processes, promoting standardization and efficiency.
Relationship Management: Build trust and credibility with internal and external stakeholders through proactive communication and dependable follow‑through.
Required Qualifications
Proven experience in communications, public relations, marketing, or related areas.
Demonstrated excellence in written and verbal communication, tailored to diverse audiences.
Strong presentation development and delivery skills for a wide range of audiences.
Strong organizational skills, managing multiple projects and meeting deadlines.
Ability to interpret data and translate insights into clear, actionable messaging.
Experience collaborating across functional teams.
Formal project management experience desirable.
Bachelor’s degree required.
Key Competencies
Exceptional communication and messaging clarity.
Influence and stakeholder engagement.
Strategic thinking and planning.
Cross‑functional collaboration.
Project planning and task coordination.
Professional presence in presentations and external communication.
Equal Employment Opportunity
Aramark believes that every employee should enjoy equal employment opportunity and be free to participate in all aspects of the company. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, national origin, age, sex, gender, pregnancy, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information, military status, protected veteran status or other characteristics protected by applicable law. Qualified applicants with arrest or conviction records will be considered in accordance with applicable law, including the Los Angeles County Fair Chance Ordinance for Employers, the California Fair Chance Act, and the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance where applicable.
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Aramark Student Nutrition provides food and nutrition services to over 350 school districts in the U.S. It offers public and private education institutions a variety of dining options including breakfast and lunch programs, after‑school snacks, catering, nutrition education and retail operations. We partner with schools to create culinary experiences that propel students to success, providing healthy, nutritious meals with a stellar dining experience for our communities.
Compensation
The salary range for this position is $80,000–$90,000.
Benefits
Medical, dental, vision and work/life resources.
Retirement savings plans such as 401(k).
Paid days off including parental leave and disability coverage.
Benefits vary by location and are subject to legal requirements and eligibility.
Job Responsibilities
Strategic Communication Development: Create and implement communication strategies that support organizational goals and strengthen engagement with internal and external audiences.
Community Engagement: Act as a liaison between the organization and the community, ensuring transparent and consistent communication with parents, teachers, and students.
Business to Consumer Communication: Craft compelling narratives that convey the organization’s mission, impact, and value to community members, parents, students, and partners.
Content Creation: Develop high‑quality communication materials including newsletters, presentations, announcements, promotional content, and digital media.
Stakeholder Engagement: Serve as a liaison to community partners, translating complex programs and initiatives into clear, accessible messaging.
Presentation Development & Delivery: Build and deliver high‑impact presentations to support sales, district leadership communication, and community engagement efforts.
Feedback & Listening Channels: Implement systems for gathering stakeholder insights to continually refine messaging and communications strategy.
Cross‑functional Collaboration: Partner with internal teams, including operations, sales, nutrition, and leadership, to ensure alignment and consistency of messaging.
Project Planning & Coordination: Support the planning and execution of major initiatives, including program launches, account openings, and strategic projects.
Contract Support: Collaborate with cross‑functional teams to gather requirements, assess risks, and contribute communication materials for proposals.
Data & Program Analysis: Review and synthesize data to inform communication strategies and project decisions.
Operational Documentation: Manage information gathering processes such as client meeting presentations, site surveys, and program design inputs.
Process Improvement: Identify opportunities to enhance communication workflows and project execution processes, promoting standardization and efficiency.
Relationship Management: Build trust and credibility with internal and external stakeholders through proactive communication and dependable follow‑through.
Required Qualifications
Proven experience in communications, public relations, marketing, or related areas.
Demonstrated excellence in written and verbal communication, tailored to diverse audiences.
Strong presentation development and delivery skills for a wide range of audiences.
Strong organizational skills, managing multiple projects and meeting deadlines.
Ability to interpret data and translate insights into clear, actionable messaging.
Experience collaborating across functional teams.
Formal project management experience desirable.
Bachelor’s degree required.
Key Competencies
Exceptional communication and messaging clarity.
Influence and stakeholder engagement.
Strategic thinking and planning.
Cross‑functional collaboration.
Project planning and task coordination.
Professional presence in presentations and external communication.
Equal Employment Opportunity
Aramark believes that every employee should enjoy equal employment opportunity and be free to participate in all aspects of the company. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, national origin, age, sex, gender, pregnancy, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information, military status, protected veteran status or other characteristics protected by applicable law. Qualified applicants with arrest or conviction records will be considered in accordance with applicable law, including the Los Angeles County Fair Chance Ordinance for Employers, the California Fair Chance Act, and the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance where applicable.
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