Job Description

Position Title: CULINARY ENGAGEMENT MARKETING MANAGER - K12 FOOD SERVICE POTENTIAL NEW BUSINESS - HACKENSACK, NJ

Salary:  $60,000 - $70,000

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 .

Job Summary

You will work directly with the resident district manager to implement exciting new promotions and events at your schools that drive participation for a potential new food service account for a K-12 school district in the Hackensack, NJ area. From marketing support leading up to events to flawless execution, including nutrition education and culinary support, the Community Engagement Specialist ensures that all students will learn and have fun in the cafeteria. 

 
This individual will drive student engagement with positive interactions with students, visiting each school in the district. You will collaborate with on-site operations, culinary, and nutrition team members to execute student experience programs. Areas of responsibility include student and community engagement, nutrition education programs, sustainability, and hospitality. You will partner with the school district’s communication team to engage and inform key stakeholders – clients, school staff, parents, and students.
 

Essential Duties and Responsibilities:

• Execute marketing programs in partnership with operators and regional support teams to ensure continued engagement from student, clients and communities
• Train and support operators in the implementation of student-facing and front-of-house programs, systems, and processes
• Customize marketing materials – e.g. social media posts, flyers, brochures, and client presentations – and coordinate with district communications teams to execute
• Providing content for newsletters
• Conduct focus groups to understand what students and parents are looking for in the school meal program and identify areas for improvement

Preferred Qualifications:

• BS degree in Marketing or Culinary Arts preferred
• Minimum of three years of marketing experience
• Ability to present to large groups
• Knowledge of merchandising and promotions
• Excellent writing skills

Apply to Chartwells Schools today!

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. 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 for paid time off benefits information.

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