District Manager

QUORE IT LLC; City of Binghamton (NY); On-site; USD 120,000 - 130,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading food service management company in Binghamton, NY is seeking a Resident District Manager. This role involves overseeing a multifaceted dining program, with responsibilities in residential dining, catering, and retail operations. Ideal candidates will have extensive food service leadership experience, proven success in managing large, complex operations, and a strong financial acumen. The position offers a competitive annual salary ranging from $120,000 to $130,000, promoting a culture of operational excellence and client engagement.

Qualifications

• Experience managing large-scale budgets of at least $20 million.
• Minimum 3 years of management experience required.
• Strong background in hospitality or higher education food service.

Responsibilities

• Drive excellence in dining operations and seasonal hospitality.
• Partner with stakeholders to align on vision and strategies.
• Ensure delivery of financial goals through budget ownership.

Skills

Food service leadership experience

Financial and operational acumen

Team leadership

Exceptional communication skills

Education

Bachelor’s degree or equivalent experience

Job description

Resident District Manager

Role Overview:

We are seeking a Resident District Manager to lead a dynamic and multifaceted dining program in Binghamton, NY. The Resident District Manager will oversee a district that includes both year‑round and seasonal operations, with responsibility for residential dining, retail food outlets, catering, and conference services. This role is ideal for a strategic, people‑focused leader who thrives in complex environments and is passionate about elevating the student experience through culinary innovation, operational excellence, and client partnership.

Responsibilities

• Drive excellence in residential dining, retail operations, catering, and seasonal hospitality.
• Partner closely with institutional stakeholders to align on vision, performance, and long‑term strategy.
• Ensure delivery of financial goals through budget ownership, cost controls, and efficient labor management.
• Lead strategic initiatives in sustainability, DE&I, student engagement, and local sourcing.
• Foster a culture of innovation, accountability, and continuous improvement within all teams.
• Recruit, mentor, and develop talent across the region while promoting internal advancement.

Qualifications

• Food service leadership experience (higher education or hospitality strongly preferred).
• Demonstrated success managing large, complex operations with multiple service lines.
• Strong financial and operational acumen with a history of meeting or exceeding KPIs.
• Expertise in team leadership, including performance management and development.
• Exceptional communication skills and client‑facing professionalism.
• Experience in unionized environments and managing both front‑ and back‑of‑house operations.

Minimum Qualifications & Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree or equivalent experience.
• Minimum 3 years of management experience.
• Minimum 3 years of functional experience.

Must Have

• Bachelor’s Degree or equivalent experience.
• Resident District Manager with proven experience managing large‑scale budgets of at least $20 million.
• Food service leadership experience in higher education or hospitality.
• Experience in managing large, complex operations with multiple service lines.
• Experience in unionized environments and managing both front‑ and back‑of‑house operations.

Base Pay Range

$120,000 - $130,000 per year.