District Manager 1

Sodexo Careers•Seattle, WA

14h•Onsite

About The Position

Sodexo is seeking a District Manager to elevate and oversee a portfolio of corporate dining accounts in the Bellevue area. This role is for a leader who thrives at the intersection of food, hospitality, and strategy, capable of inspiring teams, strengthening client partnerships, and delivering exceptional workplace dining experiences. The District Manager will guide General Managers across multiple locations, ensuring each site delivers best-in-class food programs, operational excellence, and a hospitality-first culture. This role reports directly to senior leadership and will influence vision, raise standards, and make a lasting impact in a market known for creativity, tech-driven culture, and high expectations. Bellevue is a market that values fresh food, thoughtful service, and meaningful experiences, and this role places the individual at the center of it. The successful candidate will lead a team passionate about elevating workplace dining, shaping culture, and delivering hospitality that is personal and memorable. This role offers a platform for multi-site leadership, client partnership, and transforming how people experience food at work.

Requirements

Strategic leadership — ability to influence, guide, and inspire leaders across multiple sites
Operational expertise — strong understanding of food service operations, systems, and standards
Client‑focused mindset — skill in building trust, communicating proactively, and delivering value
Financial acumen — experience managing budgets, labor, and financial performance
People development skills — passion for coaching, mentoring, and growing talent
Adaptability and innovation — comfort navigating a fast‑paced, high‑expectation environment with creativity and confidence
Minimum Education Requirement - Bachelor’s Degree or equivalent experience
Minimum Management Experience – 5 years
Minimum Functional Experience – 5 years

Responsibilities

Lead multi-site operations — oversee multiple corporate dining accounts, ensuring consistency, quality, and hospitality across all locations
Develop and coach leaders — mentor General Managers and build strong, high‑performing teams rooted in service and accountability
Strengthen client partnerships — serve as a trusted advisor, anticipate needs, and deliver solutions that enhance workplace culture
Drive operational excellence — ensure standards, systems, and processes are executed with precision and consistency
Manage financial performance — oversee budgets, forecasting, labor planning, and cost controls across the district
Champion food and service quality — uphold high culinary and hospitality standards that reflect Sodexo’s commitment to excellence