District Manager 2

Sodexo; Easton (MD); On-site; USD 135,000 - 174,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k) Plan with Matching Contributi··

Paid Time Off and Holidays

Tuition Reimbursement

Job summary

Sodexo is seeking a District Manager to provide strategic leadership across 8 K12 School food service accounts in Virginia, Maryland, and Tennessee. You’ll mentor on-site teams, build client relationships, and drive performance with up to 80% travel.

You’ll influence budgets, forecast outcomes, and guide senior leaders across a diverse portfolio. Ideal candidates bring multi-site operations leadership, strong financial acumen, and a proven ability to develop talent and drive growth.

Qualifications

• Experience managing multi-site food service operations.
• Strong financial acumen and P&L experience.
• 5+ years of management experience.
• Bachelor’s degree or equivalent experience.

Responsibilities

• Oversee district-wide food service accounts across multiple sites.
• Develop and implement strategic initiatives to improve performance and growth.
• Lead and develop on-site teams, manage budgets and financial results.
• Build and maintain client partnerships to maximize retention and value.

Skills

People leadership

P&L management

Strategic thinking

Relationship building

Travel readiness

Education

Bachelor’s degree or equivalent experience

Job description

This District Manager role provides strategic leadership for 8 K12 Schools food service accounts across Virginia, Maryland, and Tennessee, ensuring operational consistency, financial accountability, client satisfaction, and team development.The ideal candidate brings experience managing managers, growing business through sales and program development, expanding contract opportunities, building high-performing teams, and thriving in a highly visible role with up to 80% travel.About the jobTake the lead in overseeing multiple accounts within a dynamic region, where you’ll champion operational excellence, drive strategic initiatives, and ensure a high standard of client and guest satisfaction. This role offers the opportunity to mentor and empower on-site teams, build lasting client relationships, and shape the success of business operations across a diverse portfolio.Accountable for managing people, setting direction and deploying resources; typically is responsible for performance evaluation, pay reviews and hire/fire decisions. Results are primarily achieved through the work of others and typically depend on the manager's ability to influence and negotiate with parts of the organization. Progression within Career Band reflects acquisition of broad technical expertise, business and industry knowledge, and process and people leadership capabilities. Accountable for business, functional or operational areas, processes or programs, which may include dotted-line or matrixed management.Pay Range: $134640 per year - $174240 per yearIncentive Eligibility: Eligible to participate in Sodexo's incentive plan and earn variable compensation in addition to base salaryWhat’s in it for youMake a lasting impact by guiding district-wide strategies that boost performance, drive growth, and enhance the customer experienceBuild trusted partnerships with clients, collaborating on solutions that strengthen retention and deliver long-term valueLead, mentor, and grow high-performing teams while fostering a culture of engagement, development, and accountabilityTake ownership of financial results with the ability to shape budgets, forecast outcomes, and drive resultsGain exposure to cross-functional leadership and work alongside senior leaders to influence enterprise-wide prioritiesManage a diverse and exciting portfolio of operations, where every day presents new challenges and opportunitiesExpand your leadership footprint with a role that rewards initiative, collaboration, and strategic thinkingWhat you’ll bringSuccess in managing complex, multi-site operations with strong financial acumenand a track record of delivering results against P&L goalsSkillset to lead through influence, guiding frontline and senior leaders alike whilecreating a performance-driven, people-first cultureA strategic mindset with the capability to identify growth opportunities, driveinnovation, and align services with evolving client needsExceptional relationship-building skills, with the confidence to serve as a trustedpartner to clients and collaborate effectively across business unitsA commitment to developing talent, building succession pipelines, and fosteringteam engagement through mentorship and clear performance expectationsRequirementsEducation Requirement: Bachelor’s degree or equivalent experienceManagement Experience: 5 yearsRelated Experience: 5 yearsWhat we offerCompensation is fair and equitable, partially determined by a candidate's education level or years of relevant experience. Salary offers are based on a candidate's specific criteria, like experience, skills, education, and training. Sodexo offers a comprehensive benefits package that may include:Medical, Dental, Vision Care and Wellness Programs401(k) Plan with Matching ContributionsPaid Time Off and Company HolidaysCareer Growth Opportunities and Tuition ReimbursementMore extensive information is provided to new employees upon hire.Who we areAt Sodexo, our purpose is to create a better everyday for everyone and build a better life for all. We believe in improving the quality of life for those we serve and contributing to the economic, social, and environmental progress in the communities where we operate. Sodexo partners with clients to provide a truly memorable experience for both customers and employees alike. We do this by providing food service, catering, facilities management, and other integrated solutions worldwide.Our company values you for you; you will be treated fairly and with respect, and you can be yourself. You will have your ideas count and your opinions heard because we can be a stronger team when you’re happy at work. This is why we embrace diversity and inclusion as core values, fostering an environment where all employees are valued and respected. We are committed to providing equal employment opportunities to individuals regardless of race, color, religion, national origin, age, sex, gender identity, pregnancy, disability, sexual orientation, military status, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by applicable federal, state, or local law. If you need assistance with the application process, please complete this form.