🚀 We're Hiring: Vice President of Operations – Chartwells K12 | Duval County Public Schools in Jacksonville, FL🍎
Chartwells K12 is seeking a dynamic Vice President of Operations (VPO) to lead foodservice operations across Duval County Public Schools—one of the largest and most vibrant school districts in the country!
This is more than a job—it's a mission. As VPO, you'll be the strategic force behind delivering exceptional meals, engaging student programs, and operational excellence across multiple sites. You’ll partner closely with district leaders, inspire a high-performing team, and drive innovation that fuels student success.
🚗 Company Car Provided
💬 Salary – Let's Talk
📦 Relocation Assistance Provided
🎁 Great Benefits
·💸 PLUS Bonus Program
MUST have
💼 Minimum Responsibility of $60M
🏢 Multi-Unit Leadership Experience
🥗 K–12 Food & Beverage Experience / NSLP
🎓 Bachelor’s Degree Required
✨ What You’ll Do:
- Lead and elevate multi-site foodservice operations with a focus on quality, compliance, and student engagement.
- Build and mentor a powerhouse team of operators and support staff.
- Cultivate strong relationships with school leaders and community partners.
- Champion data-driven decisions to optimize labor, costs, and performance.
- Spark student participation through creative marketing and outreach.
- Collaborate cross-functionally with HR, Finance, Culinary, and Communications.
- Represent Chartwells in new business ventures and strategic initiatives.
- Be a visible, inspiring leader who models excellence every day.
🎯 What We’re Looking For:
- 10+ years of progressive leadership in foodservice, with 5+ years in multi-unit/regional roles.
- Proven success in client relations, financial oversight, and team development.
- Expertise in K12 nutrition and USDA compliance (a big plus!).
- Strong business acumen and digital collaboration skills.
- Experience leading large-scale rollouts and strategic projects.
💼 Why Join Us? Chartwells K12 offers a purpose-driven career with incredible benefits:
- Medical, Dental, Vision & Life Insurance
- Retirement Plan & Paid Time Off
- Paid Parental Leave & Personal Leave
- Wellness Programs, Pet Insurance & More
- Relocation Assistance Available
