Area Manager

Compass Group USA; Springfield (MA); On-site; USD 105,000 - 125,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Retirement Plan

Health and Wellness Programs

Discount Marketplace

Identity Theft Protection

Pet Insurance

Voluntary Benefits

Medical Insurance

Dental Insurance

Vision Insurance

Life Insurance

Disability Insurance

Commuter Benefits

FSAs

Job summary

Culinary Services Group (CSG) is hiring for an Area Manager in Springfield, MA. You will oversee the operations of multiple foodservice locations and report to the Regional Director of Operations, driving excellence across compliance, financial performance, and client satisfaction.

You will lead efforts to monitor program effectiveness, support Recruitment and development, and help implement company-wide strategies. Strong leadership and prior multi-unit experience are valued for this role.

Qualifications

• BS Degree preferred.
• Five to seven years of contract foodservice management experience.
• Higher Education background preferred.
• Strong leadership and communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Monitors the overall financial performance of the accounts to ensure profitability.
• Ensures consistent and fair administration of personnel policies.
• Manages planning, budget analysis and reporting for the region.
• Participates in the sales process to grow the region.

Skills

Leadership

Communication

Multi-unit experience

Education

BS Degree

Job description

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Culinary Services Group is hiring immediately for an Area Manager position.

• Location: Springfield, MA
• Schedule: M-F
• Pay Range: $105,000 - $125,000 per year

Culinary Services Group (CSG) is a top 50, fast-growing food service management company serving senior care, hospital, and behavioral health communities. We’re rooted in the belief that empowering our teams leads to exceptional service and better outcomes for those we serve. At CSG, you’ll be part of a collaborative culture built on integrity, where your contributions are valued and growth, development, and impact are part of every role.

In this role, you will oversee the operations of multiple foodservice locations, ensuring that CSG programs, services, guiding principles, and strategic initiatives are successfully implemented and sustained. Reporting directly to the Regional Director of Operations, you’ll serve as a key connector between Home Office teams and field operations, helping to drive excellence across compliance, financial performance, team development, and client satisfaction.

You will lead efforts to monitor program effectiveness, strengthen clinical collaboration, and driving process improvements. As a hands-on leader, you will support Food Service Directors and their teams through recruitment, onboarding, training, and ongoing development. Your leadership will be instrumental in supporting operational performance, developing high-performing teams, and executing company-wide strategies.

Job Summary

Working as a District Manager, you are responsible for multiple College and University dining accounts.You will manage and lead a team of Resident District Managers and Directors of Dining Services.You will be responsible for managing client relations, along with ensuring that the food offered to the customers is of superior quality.

Key Responsibilities

• Monitors the overall financial performance of the accounts to ensure profitability
• Ensures consistent and fair administration of personnel policies
• Manages planning, budget analysis and reporting for the region
• Participates in the sales process to grow the region

Preferred Qualifications

• BS Degree preferred
• Five to seven years of contract foodservice management experience
• Higher Education background preferred
• Strong leadership and communication skills
• Multi-unit experience is preferred

BENEFITS FOR OUR TEAM MEMBERS

• Full-time and part-time positions offerthe following benefits to team members: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
• Full-time positions also offerthe following benefits to team members:Medical,Dental,Vision,Life Insurance/AD,Disability Insurance,Commuter Benefits,Employee Assistance Program,Flexible Spending Accounts (FSAs

Team Members may also be eligible for paid and/or unpaid time off benefits in accordance withapplicable federal, state, and local laws.

Culinary Services Group (CSG) is an equal opportunity employer. At CSG, we are committed to treating all Applicants and Team Members 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, and 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.

Application Deadline: applications are accepted ongoing until all openings are filled for this position. If an applicant is declined due to the position being filled, they may still be considered for future opportunities and are always welcome to reapply.