District Leader, K-12 School Dining & Operations

Compass Group USA; Atlanta (GA); Vor Ort; USD 110.000 - 170.000; Vollzeit

Zusammenfassung

Compass Group USA’s Flik Independent School Dining unit seeks a District Manager to lead a portfolio of private and independent K-12 school dining accounts within a defined territory. You will provide strategic oversight, operational leadership, and financial accountability, guiding on-site teams to deliver exceptional service and client satisfaction.

This role drives performance, develops talent, and partners with senior leadership to align operations with regulatory requirements and community

Qualifikationen

• Bachelor’s degree in Business, Hospitality Management, Food Services, or related field preferred.
• Minimum of 5 years of progressive multi-unit foodservice or hospitality leadership experience.
• Experience managing contract-based operations and P&L oversight.
• Strong communication, presentation, and relationship-building skills.
• Willingness to travel extensively throughout the assigned region.

Aufgaben

• Lead, manage, and mentor Directors of Dining Services to ensure operational excellence.
• Build and maintain client relationships as a strategic partner and brand ambassador.
• Drive financial performance including ownership of P&L, budgeting, forecasting, and reporting accuracy across locations.
• Collaborate with Sales, Finance, and Retention on proposals and growth opportunities.
• Ensure compliance with regulations, quality standards, and company policies.
• Conduct audits and drive continuous improvement across accounts.
• Foster safety and inclusivity; oversee training and allergy awareness.
• Support leadership development and succession planning within teams.
• Participate in regional leadership meetings and represent the organization at events.

Kenntnisse

P&L ownership

Team leadership

Strategic planning

Contract management

Communication skills

Travel readiness

Ausbildung

Bachelor’s degree preferred

Tools

Microsoft Office

Excel

Jobbeschreibung

Compass Group USA’s Flik Independent School Dining unit seeks a District Manager to lead a portfolio of private and independent K-12 school dining accounts within a defined territory. You will provide strategic oversight, operational leadership, and financial accountability, guiding on-site teams to deliver exceptional service and client satisfaction.

This role drives performance, develops talent, and partners with senior leadership to align operations with regulatory requirements and community