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read moreChartwells Higher Education Named to Newsweek’s 2026 List of America’s Greatest Workplaces for Entry Level and Leadership
- Chartwells Higher Education’s honors include America’s Greatest Workplaces for Entry Level 2026 and America’s Greatest Workplaces for Leadership 2026
- The recognition is for support of new employees in the workforce and cultivating leaders who make a lasting impact
- The two accolades reinforce Chartwells’ commitment to fostering professional growth and comprehensive support throughout careers
CHARLOTTE, N.C., July 14, 2026 – Chartwells Higher Education, a recognized leader in contract foodservice management, has been named by Newsweek and Plant-A Insights Group as one of America’s Greatest Workplaces for Entry Level 2026 and Leadership 2026.
The prestigious awards recognize employers that prioritize leadership, employee support and empowerment, and creating opportunities at every stage of a career. The rankings are driven by an extensive, independent evaluation of workplace satisfaction across multiple operational categories, including corporate vision, employee empowerment, consistency, and ethical practices.
“Recognition like this is meaningful because it reflects the people behind it. Whether someone is starting their first job or stepping into leadership, we want them to feel supported, challenged, and part of a team that believes in their potential,” said Eva Wojtalewski, CEO of Chartwells Higher Education. “Growth looks different for everyone, and our responsibility is to create an environment where people can learn, build confidence, and see a path forward. I’m grateful to our teams who make that possible every day.”
Both awards stem from rigorous, unbiased research:
- America’s Greatest Workplaces for Leadership 2026: Built upon data from over 77,000 workforce interviews evaluating leadership effectiveness, management transparency, and company culture.
- America’s Greatest Workplaces for Entry Level 2026: Based on a comprehensive nationwide survey capturing more than 610,000 independent company reviews from over 37,000 young professionals aged 18 to 28.
Chartwells’ placements on both lists underscore its commitment to building a culture where employees at every stage of their careers can develop their professional skills and advance with confidence.
