K-12 District Dining Director - Bonus Eligible

FLIK Independent School Dining; Charlotte (NC); On-site; USD 105,000 - 115,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical

Dental

Vision

Life Insurance/AD&D

Retirement Plan

Paid Time Off

Holiday Time Off

Associate Shopping Program

Health and Wellness Programs

Discount Marketplace

Identity Theft Protection

Pet Insurance

Commuter Benefits

Employee Assistance Program

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 across a defined Charlotte territory. You will provide strategic oversight, operational leadership, and financial accountability, partnering with on-site teams to deliver exceptional service and client satisfaction.

The role requires driving performance, developing talent, and aligning operations with organizational goals, regulatory requirements, and community needs,

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree strongly preferred; 5+ years of progressive multi-unit foodservice or hospitality leadership may be considered in lieu of a degree.
• Experience managing contract-based operations, P&L oversight, and customer satisfaction initiatives.
• Proven ability to grow business, drive financial results, and implement strategic initiatives.

Responsibilities

• Lead, mentor, and align a cross-functional team of Directors of Dining Services to ensure operational excellence.
• Build strong client relationships and act as a strategic partner and brand ambassador for accounts.
• Drive financial performance with ownership of P&L, budgeting, forecasting, and reporting accuracy across locations.
• Collaborate with Sales, Finance, and Retention teams on proposals and new opportunities.
• Ensure compliance with federal, state, and local foodservice regulations and company policies.

Skills

Leadership experience

P&L oversight

Multi-unit management

Strategic thinking

Communication

Travel willingness

MS Office

Education

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

Tools

MS 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 across a defined Charlotte territory. You will provide strategic oversight, operational leadership, and financial accountability, partnering with on-site teams to deliver exceptional service and client satisfaction.

The role requires driving performance, developing talent, and aligning operations with organizational goals, regulatory requirements, and community needs,