Chartwells School Dining Services K12 · 3 months ago
Vice President, Operations - Duval County Schools
Chartwells K12 is dedicated to enhancing student dining experiences across the nation, and they are seeking a Vice President of Operations for Duval County Public Schools to oversee food service operations. This leadership role involves ensuring high-quality dining experiences, financial performance, and student engagement while developing a strong operational team.
Food & Beverages
Responsibilities
Lead and coordinate multi-site foodservice operations, ensuring high-quality, compliant, and student-focused programs
Manage a team of salaried operators and support roles, promoting continuous development, succession planning, and team engagement
Develop and maintain positive connections with school district leaders, administrators, and community collaborators to encourage partnership and trust
Guarantee compliance with standard operating procedures (SOPs) in all units, in accordance with Chartwells K12’s brand standards, wellness initiatives, and regulations
Leverage data and analytics to guide operational decision-making, labor optimization, and cost management
Drive participation and engagement through creative marketing, student voice initiatives, and community outreach programs
Partner cross-functionally with internal teams such as HR, Finance, Culinary, and Communications to ensure operational alignment and business success
Assist with new business, retention, and special projects through participating in proposals, presentations, and planning initiatives
Model a culture of operational excellence through on-site presence, mentoring, and by ensuring safety, quality, and service excellence in every school
Qualification
Required
Bachelor's degree preferred; equivalent experience considered
10+ years of progressive leadership in foodservice operations, with at least 5 years at the multi-unit or regional level
Proven success in client relationship management, financial oversight, and team development
Expertise in K12 school nutrition operations and USDA compliance strongly preferred
Strong business insight in interpreting financial data, performance reports, and critical metrics
Excellent communication, presentation, and digital collaboration skills
Comfortable leading in-person and virtual teams with agility
Experience with large-scale program rollouts, system implementation, and strategic project management
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
Company
Chartwells School Dining Services K12
Chartwells School Dining Services K12 is a kid-friendly cuisine that develops activities to promote play and learning.
Funding
Current Stage
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