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SCHOOL NUTRITION DIETITIAN

Fort Worth, TX · On-site

  • Medical

  • Dental

  • Vision

  • Life

  • Retirement

  • PTO

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How much do chartwells compass group jobs pay per year?

As of Aug 16, 2026, the average yearly pay for chartwells compass group in Texas is $66,682.00, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $46,600.00 and $81,500.00 per year, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is a Chartwells Compass Group job?

A Chartwells Compass Group job refers to a position within Chartwells, a division of Compass Group that specializes in food service for educational institutions. Employees work in roles such as food preparation, customer service, and management in school, college, or university dining facilities. These jobs offer opportunities for career growth, benefits, and a team-oriented environment focused on providing quality meals to students and faculty.

What skills and qualifications are needed for a Chartwells Compass Group position?

To thrive at Chartwells Compass Group, you typically need experience in food service, hospitality, or culinary roles, along with a strong understanding of food safety and customer service principles. Familiarity with point-of-sale systems, commercial kitchen equipment, and food handling certifications like ServSafe are often required. Excellent teamwork, communication, and organizational skills help individuals stand out in this fast-paced, client-focused environment. These abilities ensure customer satisfaction, operational efficiency, and compliance with strict health and safety standards.

What career advancement opportunities are available at Chartwells Compass Group?

Chartwells Compass Group is known for promoting from within and supporting continuous professional development. Entry-level employees often have opportunities to move into supervisory or management positions, and the company provides training programs to help build leadership skills. Additionally, given the large scale and diverse locations of Compass Group, team members can explore roles in different segments such as culinary, catering, or administrative functions. Working closely with a diverse team gives employees valuable experience in customer service, operations, and teamwork, making it a great place to build a long-term career.

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Infographic showing various Chartwells Compass Group job openings in Texas as of August 2026, with employment types broken down into 1% As Needed, 82% Full Time, 14% Part Time, and 3% Contract. Highlights an 93% Physical, 3% Hybrid, and 4% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $66,682 per year, or $32.1 per hour.

DIRECTOR, DINING SERVICES - Fort Worth Independent School District (FWISD), TX

Compass Group

Fort Worth, TX • On-site

$70K - $80K/yr

Full-time

Medical, Dental, Vision, Life, Retirement, PTO

Re-posted 21 days ago


Compass Group rating

6.4

Company rating: 6.4 out of 10

Based on 1,088 frontline employees who took The Breakroom Quiz

345th of 492 rated business services


Job description

Salary:  $70,000 - $80,000

Other Forms of Compensation: Annual bonus incentive up to 20%, Medical, Dental & Vision insurance, 401K, PTO 

Pay Grade: 13 

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

Chartwells K12 | Compass Group USA
Fort Worth Independent School District - Fort Worth, TX
Director of Dining Services (DDS)

We are seeking a high performing Director of Dining Services (DDS) to lead elementary and middle school dining operations within Fort Worth ISD in Texas, supporting a district portfolio of approximately 122 schools and a $50 million operation. This role oversees a defined group of schools and serves as a primary point of contact for school administrators, while collaborating closely with a team of fellow Directors of Dining Services and senior leadership who share a common mission: delivering exceptional service and feeding kids well.
Reporting to the Area Director, the DDS provides boots on the ground, hands on leadership, driving operational execution, financial performance, regulatory compliance, and team development. You will spend significant time in schools coaching managers, building strong relationships, and supporting the consistent execution of programs across this large, high visibility district account.

Key Responsibilities:
   Manages salaried managers and hourly associates in the Food Service Department
   Oversees the overall direction, coordination, and evaluation of the account
   Interviews, hires, and trains associates; plans, assigns, and directs work; appraises performance; rewards and disciplines associates; addresses complaints and resolves problems
   Prepares and manages annual budget
   Utilize company systems for completion of required daily/weekly/monthly reports such as inventory, cash reports, production records, payroll/time-keeping, etc.
   Oversees and participates in the preparation and service of food and beverage items in adherence to company food standards for preparation, presentation, sanitation and safety (meeting HACCP and OSHA guidelines) and portion 

Preferred Qualifications:
   Bachelor's degree, preferably in foodservice, hospitality management, dietetics, culinary or related fields.
   Five (5) years of direct foodservice operational management experience with inventory and purchasing knowledge and control, K12 experience preferred.
   Strong knowledge of food and catering trends with a focus on quality, production, sanitation, food cost controls, and presentation
   Previous P&L accountability or contract-managed service experience is desirable
   Strong supervisory, leadership, management and coaching skills
   Strong communication skills, both written and verbal
   Ability to communicate on various levels to include management, client, customer and associate levels
   Excellent financial, budgetary, accounting and computational skills
   Proficient computer skills to include; various computer programs, Microsoft Office programs, e-mail and the Internet
   Bilingual (English/Spanish) with the ability to communicate in Spanish in a professional work environment preferred.

Apply to Chartwells Schools today!

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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:  1561548

Chartwells K12 

KRISTEN STROHMYER

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