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AREA DIRECTOR / DISTRICT MANAGER - K12 FOOD SERVICES - Houston, TX

Chartwells School Dining Services K12
Houston, TX Full Time
POSTED ON 5/19/2026
AVAILABLE BEFORE 6/17/2026
Chartwells K12

Salary: $125,000-$135,000

Other Forms of Compensation: Annual Bonus Incentive up to 30%, Medical, Dental & Vision Insurance, Car, 401K, PTO

Pay Grade: 17

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 – K12

Chartwells K12 | Compass Group USA

Houston, TX Market

Chartwells K12, part of Compass Group USA, is seeking a seasoned Area Director / District Manager to lead and support our K–12 food service operations across South Texas focusing on the Houston metroplex. This multi-unit leadership role is responsible for approximately 8-10 school districts with a combined managed volume of $20-30 million.

As the Area Director, you will provide hands-on leadership and strategic oversight for district-level operations while partnering closely with clients and internal teams. This role focuses on financial performance, operational consistency, talent development, and growth across a diverse portfolio of school districts. Reporting to the Division President, the Area Director will spend significant time in the field supporting accounts, building relationships, and ensuring operational excellence, with additional time working remotely from a home office.

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:

  • BS Degree preferred
  • Seven plus years of foodservice management experience
  • Strong leadership and communication skills
  • Strong in financial acumen
  • High Volume, Multi-unit experience a MUST!!

Apply to Chartwells Schools today!

Chartwells Schools is a member of Compass Group USA

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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.

https://www.compass-usa.com/wpcontent/uploads/2023/08/2023_WageTransparency_ChartwellsK12.pdf

Certain positions may require Florida Level 2 background screening. Details: https://info.flclearinghouse.com/

Req ID: 1533601

Chartwells K12

KRISTEN STROHMYER

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Salary : $125,000 - $135,000

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