Area Director / District Manager - K12 FOOD SERVICE - Fort Worth ISD (FWISD), TX

Area Director / District Manager

• K12 FOOD SERVICE

• Fort Worth ISD (FWISD), TX Chartwells K12
• 3.0 Fort Worth, TX Job Details Full-time $115,000
• $125,000 a year 1 day ago Benefits Commuter assistance Paid parental leave Paid holidays Disability insurance Health insurance Dental insurance 401(k) Flexible spending account Paid time off Parental leave Employee assistance program Vision insurance Employee discount Life insurance Pet insurance Qualifications Spanish Budget management Operations management Sales English Client relationship development Financial analysis Master's degree Nutrition Culinary Arts Managing budgets in a finance role Financial operations management Bachelor's degree Team management Hospitality Management Training & development Senior level Leadership Communication skills Food service management

Full Job Description Salary:

$115000

• 125000

Other Forms of Compensation:

Annual Bonus Incentive up to 30%, Vehicle, 401K, PTO & Medical, Dental & Vision Insurance 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 Area Director / District Manager Chartwells K12 | Compass Group USA Fort Worth Independent School District, Fort Worth, TX We are seeking a high‑performing Area Director / District Manager to lead and support our K-12 food service operations across Fort Worth ISD in Texas, overseeing approximately 122 schools with a managed volume of $50 million. This large‑scale, multi‑unit leadership role directs a diverse organization of 22 salaried leaders—including a Unit Controller, HR, Marketing/Communications, Training, multiple Directors, and Executive Chefs—along with 550+ hourly associates, all aligned in delivering exceptional service and operational consistency. Reporting to the Regional Vice President, the Area Director provides boots‑on‑the‑ground, hands‑on leadership while driving financial performance, talent development, and program innovation. You will partner closely with district clients and internal stakeholders, spending significant time in schools building relationships, coaching leaders, ensuring operational excellence, and elevating programs across this comprehensive and highly visible account.

Key Responsibilities:

Monitors the overall financial performance of the accounts to ensure profitability Ensures consistent and fair administration of personnel policies Manages planning, budget analysis and reporting for the region Participates in the sales process to grow the region

Preferred Qualifications:

Bachelor's degree preferably in foodservice, hospitality management, dietetics, culinary or related fields. Masters degree preferred Seven (seven) plus years of contract foodservice management experience, K12 experience highly preferred! Strong leadership and communication skills Strong in financial acumen High volume, Multi-unit experience a MUST! Bilingual (English/Spanish) with the ability to communicate in Spanish in a professional work environment. Apply to Chartwells Schools today! Chartwells Schools is a member of Compass Group USA Click here to Learn More about the Compass Story Compass Group is an equal opportunity employer. At Compass, we are committed to treating all Applicants and Associates fairly based on their abilities, achievements, and experience without regard to race, national origin, sex, age, disability, veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity, or any other classification protected by law. 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) Paid Parental Leave Personal Leave 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 or copy/paste the link below for paid time off benefits information.

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Req ID:

1529750 Chartwells

K12 KRISTEN STROHMYER

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