REGIONAL VICE PRESIDENT OF FACILITIES OPERATIONS

Regional Vice President (RVP)

SSC Services for Education is known for its expertise, commitment, and value; and we at SSC truly believe that our people are our greatest asset. By utilizing our associates' knowledge and experience alongside SSC's extensive training, providing supportive management, and offering unparalleled wage and benefit packages as well as career advancement opportunities, we have developed a workforce that differentiates us from our competitors. SSC Services for Education is a nationwide best in class facility service provider. As a member of Compass Group, North America, we want you to be as great as you can be. We empower our associates to direct their own future, keeping them confident that we support them every step of the way. As a result, our associates embody greatness through their actions, natural passion for quality, and a can-do attitude. The opportunity for greatness is real at SSC and throughout the Compass world.

Working as the Regional Vice President (RVP), you will lead, manage, and inspire a team of senior leaders and set the culture for helping kids stay happy and healthy in your region. You'll partner closely with your national peers and the CEO / CFO to deliver on the Chartwells K12 mission, support key performance indicators in our dynamic environment, and sustain and grow our business.

Key Responsibilities

Leads, manages, and inspires a team of diverse district managers and / or regional directors of operations, and their teams, to provide top-notch service to operations in assigned region

Drives self and team towards building strong relationships with clients at all levels (local, district, state) and achievement of key performance indicators

Serves on the nationwide leadership team, influencing and leading nationwide operations, and regularly communicates with peers to share best practices, mitigate risks, champion diversity, and build community

Owns key regional decisions with team input, weighing risks and rewards along with short- and long-term implications; strategically, thoughtfully, and persuasively communicates based on type of issue

Sets tone for culture of organization in the region and regularly meets with extended team to ensure full transparency, education, safety, accountability, and alignment

Serves as representative / brand ambassador of the Chartwells team to most senior clients in the region, and acts as escalation point

Partners with Sales and Retention teams to drive strategy for growth, structuring deals, presenting new business, building relationships with prospective clients, and negotiating key contract terms

Collaborates with key partners on regional and / or nationwide initiatives

Ensures compliance with QA, policy, and USDA program requirements, along with completing all required reporting on time

Champions development within the region; conducts performance evaluations, along with succession planning; has full understanding of all roles within operation

Owns regional financial results / P&L, and works with leadership team to ensure accuracy for reporting, forecasting, and budgeting processes

Ensures consistent and fair administration of all policies and procedures

Recognizes and anticipates marketplace trends; participates in strategic planning meetings

Required Qualifications

Bachelor's or master's degree from an accredited college or university, or eight (8) years progressive experience in multi-unit foodservice, hospitality management, plant operations management, environmental services, laundry distribution or other Support Services areas in lieu of degree

Preferred Qualifications

Strong background in senior leadership roles with experience in contract and budget management, customer service, people development, food services, negotiations, etc.

Has a proven track record of growing a business and leading large cross-functional teams, along with excellent business and financial acumen

Has ability to think quickly, analytically, strategically, and accurately

Shows expert client relationship, influencing, listening, and communications (written and verbal) skills

Champions inclusion mindset, and is proactive, positive, professional, flexible, and resilient

Demonstrates initiative, ownership, multi-tasking, prioritization, and organization skills

Proficient in the use of Microsoft Suite

Extensive travel required in this position

Apply to SSC today! SSC is a member of Compass Group USA.

Associates at SSC 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)
• Applications are accepted on an ongoing basis
• 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 for paid time off benefits information.

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. Applications are accepted on an ongoing basis. SSC maintains a drug-free workplace.