Executive CHEF II - K12 FOOD Services - Eastern RHODE Island

Executive Chef II - K-12 Food Services - Eastern Rhode Island

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.

Chartwells K12 is seeking an Executive Chef II to lead culinary operations across K-12 schools in Eastern Rhode Island. This role ensures our food culture, brand standards, and scratch-cooking philosophy are upheld across all locations while supporting business goals and boosting student participation.

Key Responsibilities

• Champion Chartwells K12's culinary standards and brand across multiple school sites
• Support and improve scratch cooking practices, food quality, and menu execution
• Coach teams to enhance kitchen operations and student dining experiences
• Oversee food safety, sanitation, inventory, and compliance standards
• Lead culinary training, development, and operational consistency

Qualifications

• A.S. in Culinary Arts or equivalent experience
• 3–5 years of culinary/kitchen leadership, preferably in large-scale or institutional settings
• Strong knowledge of scratch cooking, food cost controls, and high-volume service
• Business-minded with a focus on driving participation and operational improvements
• ServSafe certification preferred

Chartwells Schools is a member of Compass Group USA. 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. 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.

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 including medical, dental, vision, life insurance, disability insurance, retirement plan, paid time off, holiday time off, associate shopping program, health and wellness programs, discount marketplace, identity theft protection, pet insurance, commuter benefits, employee assistance program, flexible spending accounts, paid parental leave, and personal leave.