District Manager 2

Sodexo Careers • New York City, NY

1d • Onsite

About The Position

Step into a role where your leadership shapes the future of workplace dining at scale. Sodexo Corporate Services is seeking a dynamic, forward‑thinking District Manager to oversee a portfolio of foodservice operations supporting a high‑visibility global technology client in New York City. This is a rare opportunity to lead in an environment that values innovation, creativity, and hospitality at the highest level. As a District Manager, you will guide a team of talented operators who share your passion for exceptional food experiences and operational excellence. You’ll influence strategy, elevate service culture, and drive performance across multiple locations — all while partnering closely with a sophisticated client that expects best‑in‑class execution. The ideal leader is both visionary and hands‑on: someone who can inspire high‑performing teams, cultivate trusted client relationships, and deliver food programs that are operationally strong, financially sound, and deeply guest‑centric. You bring proven success in multi‑site leadership and thrive in fast‑paced, high‑expectation environments where hospitality and innovation intersect. At Sodexo, our leaders embody our core values — Spirit of Progress, Team Spirit, and Spirit of Service — and bring them to life through collaboration, creativity, and an unwavering commitment to excellence.

Requirements

• A track record of leading complex, multi‑site food operations with confidence, clarity, and a commitment to excellence.
• Exceptional client partnership skills, with the ability to navigate a sophisticated, fast-moving environment and build relationships grounded in credibility, transparency, and strategic insight.
• A sharp operational and financial mindset, with proven success driving performance, optimizing resources, and delivering high-quality programs that are both innovative and profitable.
• Executive presence and communication skills that allow you to influence at all levels, guide decision-making, and represent the organization with professionalism and polish.
• Minimum Education Requirement - Bachelor’s Degree or equivalent experience
• Minimum Management Experience – 7 years
• Minimum Functional Experience – 7 years

Nice To Haves

• A hospitality-first leadership style that inspires trust, builds culture, and creates environments where teams feel empowered, supported, and motivated to deliver their best work.
• A passion for culinary and service innovation, bringing fresh ideas, modern thinking, and a deep understanding of how food shapes workplace culture and employee experience.

Responsibilities

• Lead in one of the most dynamic food environments in the country, a fast-paced, innovation-driven setting where culinary creativity, hospitality excellence, and operational precision all matter at the highest level.
• Shape the daily experience of thousands of people in vibrant, high-energy environments where food is a central part of culture, connection, and well-being.
• Partner with a sophisticated, future-focused client that expects best-in-class execution, embraces new ideas, and values leaders who bring strategic thinking, polished communication, and a hospitality-first mindset.
• Lead a talented, diverse team across multiple sites, building culture, elevating performance, and mentoring the next generation of culinary and hospitality leaders.
• Innovate with new service models, elevated guest experiences, and operational enhancements to shape the next evolution of workplace dining.
• Operate at an executive level with real influence at the intersection of client partnership, operational strategy, financial leadership, and brand experience.

Benefits

• Medical, Dental, Vision Care and Wellness Programs
• 401(k) Plan with Matching Contributions
• Paid Time Off and Company Holidays
• Career Growth Opportunities and Tuition Reimbursement

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Manager
• Number of Employees: 5,001-10,000 employees