
Position Title: EXECUTIVE CHEF II - Airport Community Schools, Carleton, MI
Reports To: Director of Dining Services
Salary: $60,000 - $68,000
Other Forms of Compensation: Medical, dental & vision insurance, PTO, 401K
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
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Airport Community Schools in Carleton, MI is seeking a hands-on Executive Chef to lead culinary operations serving approximately 2,800 students across eight school buildings. Reporting to the Director of Dining Services, this role oversees menu development, food quality, staff training, and daily kitchen operations while assisting to lead and train a team of approximately 30 frontline associates. Partnering closely with district and Chartwells leadership, the Executive Chef will help create fresh, engaging dining experiences that drive student participation and satisfaction.
In addition to daily operations, the Executive Chef will oversee catering and special events, support menu innovation, train and develop staff, and help bring Chartwells signature programs such as Mood Boost, Global Eats, Student Choice, Discovery Kitchen, and Nutrition "Game On" to life. The ideal candidate is a strong culinary leader who enjoys coaching teams, elevating food quality, and creating memorable dining experiences in a K-12 environment that offers excellent work-life balance with a predominantly Monday through Friday schedule.
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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.
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Req ID: 1564547
Chartwells K12
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