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District Manager 2

Job Overview

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Employment Type

Full-time
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Compensation

Salary
Range $143,155.00 - $191,730.00
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Work Schedule

Flexible
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Benefits

Medical
Dental
Vision care
wellness programs
401(k) Plan with Matching Contributions
Paid Time Off
Career growth opportunities
Tuition Reimbursement

Job Description

Sodexo is a leading global provider of food service, facilities management, and integrated solutions. With a presence that spans over 80 countries, Sodexo partners with educational institutions, healthcare providers, corporations, and government agencies to enhance quality of life through their comprehensive offerings. The company focuses on sustainability, diversity, and inclusion, ensuring that they build better environments for both their clients and employees. Sodexo's services include nutrition and food services, environmental services, workplace experience, and energy management, making them a trusted partner for many institutions. The company places strong emphasis on employee development and well-being, promoting career growth and advancement opportunities.

The District Manager 2 role at Sodexo is a strategic leadership position responsible for managing multiple university dining accounts within the Maryland and Pennsylvania regions. This position demands a highly skilled and experienced leader who can effectively partner with university clients to align dining services with their expectations and vision. The District Manager will oversee operations that cater to diverse student populations, ensuring high customer satisfaction and excellent quality standards. With 75 to 80 percent travel commitments, this position involves hands-on leadership across various campus locations. The role emphasizes operational efficiency, financial management, business planning, employee training, and safety management. The District Manager will be integral in motivating and leading a management team of General Managers while continuously seeking strategic growth opportunities within the dining portfolio. The compensation is reflective of the candidate's educational background and relevant industry experience, complemented by a comprehensive benefits package including medical, dental, vision, 401(k), paid time off, and tuition reimbursement. This career opportunity offers the chance to contribute positively to the well-being of college students by creating vibrant, health-focused dining experiences in campus environments.

Job Requirements

  • Bachelor’s degree or equivalent experience
  • Minimum 7 years of management experience
  • Minimum 7 years of functional food service operations experience
  • Ability to travel extensively (75-80%)
  • Strong leadership and strategic planning skills

Job Qualifications

  • Bachelor’s degree or equivalent experience
  • Prior multi-unit food service operations experience
  • Strong financial acumen
  • Proven track record providing the highest levels of customer service satisfaction
  • Excellent communication and presentation skills
  • Passion for customer service
  • Ability to drive solutions that optimize the current business portfolio

Job Duties

  • Present with multi-unit operations experience, high-quality dining operations, and food retail operations experience
  • Develop exceptional client relations and ensure the facility’s product offerings and solutions align with client needs
  • Ensure the organization’s brand reputation
  • Lead and motivate a management team of General Managers
  • Manage financials
  • Develop business plans with account general managers
  • Inspire strategic direction
  • Oversee employee training and development
  • Knowledge of sales and growing the company
  • Manage safety
  • Manage multiple locations

Job Criteria

Experience

Expert Level (7+ years)


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