District Manager

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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

Take the lead as a Resident District Manager (RDM) with Chartwells K12, coordinating a dynamic, multi-unit dining program for Canyon Independent School District (Canyon ISD) in Canyon, TX. Located in the Texas Panhandle, Canyon ISD combines the opportunities of a large district with a close-knit, supportive community where students are known and loved. Serving 12,000 students across 19 schools, you'll drive operational excellence, build strong client partnerships, and champion our mission to nourish students and fuel their success.
Key Responsibilities:

• Lead, manage, and empower a diverse team to deliver exceptional service to the client, students, and community.
• Build and maintain strong client relationships while driving team development and achieving key performance indicators.
• Participate in district leadership collaboration to share best practices and mitigate risks.
• Make strategic decisions with input from your team, ensuring alignment with both short- and long-term goals.
• Foster a culture of transparency, education, safety, and accountability.
• Represent Chartwells at client and community events as a brand ambassador.
• Ensure client needs are met, identify cross-sell opportunities, and support the rebid process.
• Oversee operational functions, including safety, marketing, nutrition, and culinary excellence.
• Ensure regulatory compliance and complete required reporting accurately and on time.
• Develop and coach team members through performance evaluations and succession planning.
• Lead financial results and budgeting processes.
• Perform other duties as assigned to support operational efficiency.

Required Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree in foodservice or hospitality management (per USDA Professional Standards).

Preferred Qualifications:

• K-12 food service management experience highly preferred.
• Bachelor’s degree required and a minimum of five (5) years of management experience in foodservice or hospitality.
• Strong background in foodservice management with a consistent record of success.
• Leadership experience with excellent communication and financial skills.
• Demonstrated initiative, critical thinking, and organizational expertise.
• Professional, proactive, inclusive, and resilient demeanor.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office and POS software.
• Occasional travel required.

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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)

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 for paid time off benefits information.
Req ID: 1390851
Chartwells K12
KRISTEN STROHMYER
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Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $90,000.00 - $100,000.00 per year

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• 401(k) matching
• Dental insurance
• Employee assistance program
• Employee discount
• Flexible spending account
• Health insurance
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Retirement plan
• Vision insurance

Schedule:

• Monday to Friday

Work Location: In person

Salary : $90,000 - $100,000