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Chartwells K12

• We are hiring immediately for a STUDENT ENGAGEMENT, CULINARY & MARKETING SPECIALIST position.

• Location: Somerset Public Schools; 580 Whetstone Hill Road. Somerset, MA 02726. Note: online applications accepted only.

• Schedule: Full time; Monday through Friday, 8am - 5pm.

• Details: The Student Engagement, Culinary, & Marketing Specialist will oversee student and community engagement, community/student events driving participation in culinary programs, surveys, focus groups, building initiatives, tastings, showcasing Chartwells K12 programs, and other duties as assigned.

• Requirement: Culinary experience, food service operations, computer skills, strong organizational and communication skills, customer service/client relationship building, marketing. Must be able to travel to the different schools within the district.

• Reports to: Director of Dining Services

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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 .

Job Summary

You will work directly with the Director to implement exciting new promotions and events at your schools that drive participation. 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 by positively interacting with students and visiting each school in the district. You will collaborate with on-site operations, culinary, and nutrition team members to implement 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 with clients, school staff, parents, and students.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities:

• Implement marketing programs in partnership with operators and regional support teams to ensure continued engagement from students, 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

• 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

• Keep parents, faculty, and administrators updated and informed about the nutrition program

• Assess the front-of-house operations for the student experience, operating standards, and signature programs being in place, and work with operators to monitor results and improve over time

• Collect data and report on return on investment and key performance metrics

• Maintaining and advertising calendar of events

• Sending updates on Nutrislice menu software

Preferred Qualifications

• 1 year of marketing experience.

• Community outreach experience

• Excellent communication skills, both verbal and written.

• Ability to present to large groups.

• Knowledge of merchandising and promotions.

• Proficient computer skills and knowledge of MS Office products, including Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook, and internet.

• Bachelor’s Degree in Marketing is preferred.

  Associates at Chartwells K-12 are offered many fantastic benefits.

  Both full-time and part-time positions offer the following benefits to associates:

• Retirement Plan

• Associate Shopping Program

• Health and Wellness Programs

• Discount Marketplace

• Identity Theft Protection

• Pet Insurance

• Voluntary Benefits, including Critical Illness Insurance, Accident Insurance, Hospital Indemnity Insurance, Legal Services, and Choice Auto and Home Program

  In addition, full-time positions also offer the following benefits to associates:

• Medical

• Dental

• Vision

• Life Insurance/AD

• Disability Insurance

• Commuter Benefits

• Employee Assistance Program

• Flexible Spending Accounts (FSAs)

  About Compass Group: Achieving leadership in the foodservice industry

  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.

Applications are accepted on an ongoing basis.

Chartwells K-12 maintains a drug-free workplace.