We are actively seeking a District Manager, with experience in the Food Service industry. Specific experience within higher education would be a huge plus. Barring that, experience in Business Dining or Sports & Entertainment will be very helpful. My client is looking for someone who will oversee multiple food service accounts across Texas, requiring regular travel. Your leadership will directly impact operations, client relationships, and business growth.

What You’ll Do:

Lead & Inspire: Motivate on-site teams to deliver outstanding dining experiences.

Build Strategic Partnerships: Foster strong client relationships and drive key performance indicators, including profitability, engagement, and safety.

Drive Innovation & Growth: Leverage Compass Group’s industry-leading tools to enhance service and ensure long-term client retention.

Strategize for Success: Develop and implement strategic plans that align with client needs and company objectives.

Ensure Compliance & Excellence: Uphold state and local regulations while maintaining top-tier quality and safety standards.

Financial Leadership: Manage budgets, reporting, and forecasting to drive sustainable financial success.

Required Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree from an accredited college or university, or five (5) years progressive experience in multi-unit food service or hospitality management.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Strong background in a leadership role with exposure to contract/budget management, customer service, people development, food services, negotiations, etc.
• Has a consistent track record and knowledge of growing a business, along with proven business and financial proficiencies.
• Has the ability to think quickly, analytically, strategically, and accurately
• Shows expert client relationship, influencing, presentation, listening, and communications (written and verbal) skills
• Champions the inclusive approach, and is proactive, positive, professional, flexible, and resilient
• Demonstrates initiative, ownership, multitasking, prioritization, and organization skills
• Proficient in the use of Microsoft Suite
• Extensive travel is required in this position