Job SummaryKey Responsibilities:* Leads, manages, and inspires a team of diverse district managers and/or regional directors of operations, and their teams, to provide top-notch service to operations in assigned region* Drives self and team towards building strong relationships with clients at all levels (local, district, state) and achievement of key performance indicators* Serves on the nationwide leadership team, influencing and leading nationwide operations, and regularly communicates with peers to share best practices, mitigate risks, champion diversity, and build community* Owns key regional decisions with team input, weighing risks and rewards along with short- and long-term implications; strategically, thoughtfully, and persuasively communicates based on type of issue* Sets tone for culture of organization in the region and regularly meets with extended team to ensure full transparency, education, safety, accountability, and alignment* Serves as representative/brand ambassador of the Chartwells team to most senior clients in the region, and acts as escalation point* Partners with Sales and Retention teams to drive strategy for growth, structuring deals, presenting new business, building relationships with prospective clients, and negotiating key contract terms* Collaborates with key partners on regional and/or nationwide initiatives* Ensures compliance with QA, policy, and USDA program requirements, along with completing all required reporting on time* Champions development within the region; conducts performance evaluations, along with succession planning; has full understanding of all roles within operation* Owns regional financial results/P&L, and works with leadership team to ensure accuracy for reporting, forecasting, and budgeting processes* Ensures consistent and fair administration of all policies and procedures* Recognizes and anticipates marketplace trends; participates in strategic planning meetingsRequired Qualifications:Bachelor's or master's degree from an accredited college or university, or eight (8) years progressive experience in multi-unit foodservice, nutrition, culinary, or hospitality management preferredPreferred Qualifications:* Strong background in senior leadership roles with experience in contract and budget management, customer service, people development, food services, negotiations, etc.* Has a proven track record of growing a business and leading large cross-functional teams, along with excellent business and financial acumen* Has ability to think quickly, analytically, strategically, and accurately* Shows expert client relationship, influencing, listening, and communications (written and verbal) skills* Champions inclusion mindset, and is proactive, positive, professional, flexible, and resilient* Demonstrates initiative, ownership, multi-tasking, prioritization, and organization skills* Proficient in the use of Microsoft SuiteExtensive travel required in this position - up to 60%!Apply to Chartwells Schools today! 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 LeaveAssociates may also be eligible for paid and/or unpaid time off benefits in accordance with applicable federal, state, and local laws.