District Dining Leader

Flik Independent School Dining; Charlotte (NC); On-site; USD 100,000 - 120,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

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

Job summary

Flik Independent School Dining is seeking a District Manager to lead a portfolio of private and independent K-12 dining accounts within a defined territory. You will provide strategic oversight, operational leadership, and financial accountability, aligning on-site teams with organizational goals and regulatory requirements.

You will drive performance, develop talent, and collaborate with senior leadership to grow the business, while traveling extensively to support and lead across locations.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Business, Hospitality Management, Food Services, or related field is strongly preferred.
• Minimum of 5 years of progressive multi‑unit foodservice or hospitality leadership experience may be considered in lieu of a degree.
• Strong experience managing contract‑based operations, P&L oversight, and customer satisfaction initiatives.
• Demonstrated ability to grow business, drive financial results, and implement strategic initiatives.
• Proven leadership skills with a focus on team development, performance coaching, and succession planning.
• Exceptional communication, presentation, and relationship‑building skills.
• Ability to think strategically, solve problems analytically, and manage multiple priorities in a fast‑paced environment.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, Outlook, PowerPoint, Teams).

Responsibilities

• Lead, manage, and mentor a cross-functional team of Directors of Dining Services.
• Build and maintain strong client relationships, serving as a strategic partner and brand ambassador for your accounts.
• Drive financial performance, including ownership of the P&L, budgeting, forecasting, and reporting accuracy across all locations in the territory.
• Collaborate with Sales, Finance, and Retention teams on proposal development and support the full lifecycle of new and existing business opportunities.
• Ensure compliance with federal, state, and local foodservice regulations, quality assurance standards, and company policies.
• Conduct regular audits and implement continuous improvement strategies across all accounts.
• Champion a culture of safety and inclusivity; oversee training, allergy awareness, and workplace safety programs.
• Foster leadership development and succession planning within your teams; conduct performance evaluations and guide professional growth.
• Participate in regional leadership meetings to share best practices, address challenges, and support organizational initiatives.
• Represent the organization at school and community events, reinforcing company values and deepening engagement.
• Collaborate with internal and external stakeholders to solve problems, analyze risks, and evaluate both short- and long-term impact of decisions.
• Travel extensively throughout the assigned territory to provide on-site support and leadership visibility.

Skills

P&L oversight

Leadership

Communication

Strategic thinking

Customer relationship management

Travel readiness

Multi-site management

MS Office

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Business, Hospitality Management, Food Services, or related field

5+ years multi-unit foodservice leadership (in lieu of degree)

Tools

Microsoft Office Suite

Job description

Flik Independent School Dining is seeking a District Manager to lead a portfolio of private and independent K-12 dining accounts within a defined territory. You will provide strategic oversight, operational leadership, and financial accountability, aligning on-site teams with organizational goals and regulatory requirements.

You will drive performance, develop talent, and collaborate with senior leadership to grow the business, while traveling extensively to support and lead across locations.