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The K12 Specialist is under the guidance and supervision of the K12 Director. RESPONSIBILITIES * Call on and present focus lines to the LLO's in your market. * Drive company sales by focused ...

The K12 Specialist is under the guidance and supervision of the K12 Director. RESPONSIBILITIES * Call on and present focus lines to the LLO's in your market. * Drive company sales by focused ...

K12 Practice Leader Company Name: O'Connell Robertson Location: Austin, TX Project Focus: K12 Education Architecture & Design Work Setting: Hybrid (4 days in-office, 1 day remote) Salary: $150,000 ...

The K12 Specialist is under the guidance and supervision of the K12 Director. RESPONSIBILITIES * Call on and present focus lines to the LLO's in your market. * Drive company sales by focused ...

The K12 Specialist is under the guidance and supervision of the K12 Director. RESPONSIBILITIES * Call on and present focus lines to the LLO's in your market. * Drive company sales by focused ...

K12 Practice Leader Company Name: O'Connell Robertson Location: Austin, TX Project Focus: K12 Education Architecture & Design Work Setting: Hybrid (4 days in-office, 1 day remote) Salary: $150,000 ...

The K12 Specialist is under the guidance and supervision of the K12 Director. RESPONSIBILITIES * Call on and present focus lines to the LLO's in your market. * Drive company sales by focused ...

K12 Practice Leader

Austin, TX · On-site

$150K - $200K/yr

K12 Practice Leader Company Name: O'Connell Robertson Location: Austin, TX Project Focus: K12 Education Architecture & Design Work Setting: Hybrid (4 days in-office, 1 day remote) Salary: $150,000 ...

The K12 Specialist is under the guidance and supervision of the K12 Director. RESPONSIBILITIES * Call on and present focus lines to the LLO's in your market. * Drive company sales by focused ...

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As of Jun 9, 2026, the average yearly pay for k12 in the United States is $80,649.00, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $51,000.00 and $102,000.00 per year, depending on experience, location, and employer.

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Teachers in a K12 environment often encounter challenges such as managing diverse classroom needs, adapting to different learning styles, and balancing administrative tasks with instructional duties. Effective strategies include employing differentiated instruction, leveraging technology to engage students, and maintaining clear communication with parents and support staff. Building strong relationships within the school community and seeking professional development opportunities can also help educators navigate these challenges successfully.

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K12 jobs refer to employment positions within the kindergarten through 12th grade education system. These roles can include teachers, administrators, counselors, aides, and support staff who work in public or private elementary, middle, and high schools. K12 professionals are responsible for supporting students' academic, social, and emotional development throughout their primary and secondary education years.
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Area Director / District Manager - K12 School Food Service - Eastern Michigan

Area Director / District Manager - K12 School Food Service - Eastern Michigan

Chartwells K12

Utica, MI • On-site

$110K - $120K/yr

Full-time

Medical, Dental, Vision, Life, Retirement, PTO

Posted 10 days ago


Chartwells School Dining Services rating

5.3

Company rating: 5.3 out of 10

Based on 223 frontline employees who took The Breakroom Quiz

57th of 64 rated caterers


Job description

Salary:  $110000-$120000

Other Forms of Compensation: Annual Bonus Incentive up to 30%, Car, Medical, Dental & Vision Insurance, 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
Eastern Michigan

Area Director / District Manager – K12 Chartwells K12 | Compass Group USA Eastern Michigan School Districts 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 Eastern Michigan. This multi-unit leadership role is responsible for approximately 16 school districts with a combined managed volume of $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 Regional Vice 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
• Five plus years of contract foodservice management experience, K12 food service preferred
• Strong leadership and communication skills
• Strong in financial acumen
• Multi-unit experience a MUST!!

***Must be willing to travel to the Eastern Michigan K12 assigned accounts.

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.

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:  1528345

Chartwells K12 

KRISTEN STROHMYER

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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 4,300 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.

Industry

Food services and drinking places

Company size

10,000+ Employees

Headquarters location

Oak Park, MI, US