Area Director / DM - K12 Greater Detroit, MI Area School Districts

Salary : $100000-$115000

Other Forms of Compensation : Annual Bonus Incentive up to 25%, fleet car

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

Location : Greater Detroit, MI Area School Districts (Remote with Travel Required)

As Area Director, youll be a strategic partner to both clients and internal teamsfocused on building strong relationships, driving operational success, and mentoring future leaders. Reporting to the Sr. Regional Director of Operations, youll oversee 1517 accounts throughout the Greater Detroit area, representing a managed volume of $2325 million and leading up to 17 high performing Directors. This role requires regular travel to K-12 client sites to provide hands-on support, ensure operational alignment, and drive performance.

Were looking for someone whos detailed, diligent, and confident in addressing groups. Crucial qualities for this role include strong relationship-building abilities, financial competence, and the ability to navigate complex situations. Youll be relied upon to lead through influence, resolve challenges, and support the growth and success of your teams.

Key Responsibilities :

• Monitor overall financial performance across accounts to ensure profitability
• Ensure consistent and fair administration of personnel policies
• Lead planning, budget analysis, and reporting for the region
• Partner in the sales process to support regional growth

Preferred Qualifications :

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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.

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 : 1463508

Chartwells K12

KRISTEN STROHMYER

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