District Manager

AVI Foodsystems; Grand Rapids (MI); On-site; USD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Family culture

Competitive compensation

Health + dental + vision + life

401(k) match

Paid vacations and holidays

Immense training and growth

Job summary

AVI Foodsystems is seeking a dynamic District Manager to lead operations across multiple accounts in a designated region as part of the Business and Industry Dining Division.

The ideal candidate brings 5+ years of food service leadership, 3+ years in multi-unit oversight, strong budgeting skills, and a proven track record in developing teams, delivering exceptional service, and fostering durable client relationships across accounts.

Qualifications

• 5+ years of experience leading and developing teams in a food service management role.
• 3+ years of multi-unit management experience; 5+ locations preferred.
• Strong operations background in restaurant or contract food service.
• Proven success managing profit and loss statements and budgeting processes with a history of achieving or exceeding forecasted financial expectations.
• Proficient skill level in Microsoft Office applications, including Excel, Outlook, and PowerPoint.

Responsibilities

• Manage multiple accounts in an assigned geographic area according to policies and procedures, and federal/state requirements.
• Provide leadership, support, and guidance to ensure that food quality standards, inventory levels, food safety guidelines and customer service expectations are met.
• Maintain close and positive relationships with the clients.
• Perform the job assignments of front-line staff as necessary.
• Manage the needs of multiple groups and balance multiple priorities.
• Develop and motivate the supervisory group of a diverse food service team.
• Create action plans and timelines.
• Perform other duties as assigned by the Region Vice President.

Skills

Leadership

Multi-unit mgmt

Food service ops

P&L management

MS Office

Self-motivation

Tools

Excel

Outlook

PowerPoint

Job description

AVI Foodsystems is looking for an energetic and optimistic leader to fill the role of District Manager. This is part of the Business and Industry Dining Division.

Founded in 1960, AVI Foodsystems has evolved into one of the most respected and trusted food service companies in the nation. Providing comprehensive food services with a focus on the highest quality and freshest ingredients, impeccable service and total value is the reputation we have earned and live up to everyday.

Duties & Responsibilities:

• Manage multiple accounts in an assigned geographic area according to policies and procedures, and federal/state requirements
• Provide leadership, support, and guidance to ensure that food quality standards, inventory levels, food safety guidelines and customer service expectations are met
• Maintain close and positive relationships with the clients
• Perform the job assignments of front-line staff as necessary
• Manage the needs of multiple groups and balance multiple priorities
• Develop and motivate the supervisory group of a diverse food service team
• Create action plans and timelines
• Perform other duties as assigned by the Region Vice President

Requirements:

• 5 or more years of experience leading, motivating and developing teams in a food service management role
• 3 or more years of multi-unit management experience; 5+ locations preferred
• Strong operations background in the restaurant or contract food service industry
• Proven success managing profit and loss statements and budgeting processes with a history of achieving or exceeding forecasted financial expectations
• Proficient skill level in Microsoft Office applications, including Excel, Outlook, and PowerPoint
• Personal characteristics including self-motivation, passion, high energy, and enthusiasm

Benefits:

AVI is proud of its team members and appreciates the hard work, loyalty and committed service they provide every day, which is why we offer the following:

• A family culture and atmosphere
• Competitive compensation
• Health, dental, vision, and life insurance for full-time team members
• 401(k) with generous company match
• Paid vacations and holidays
Immense training and growth opportunities

We conduct pre-employment drug testing. EOE