District Manager Eastern North Carolina- Skillet Kitchens

Skillet Kitchens•Charlotte, NC

3d•Onsite

About The Position

The District Manager oversees food service operations across multiple correctional facilities in the Eastern North Carolina district for Skillet Kitchens. The role is responsible for consistent delivery of high-quality, safe, and nutritious meals while meeting regulatory requirements and operational standards. The District Manager provides leadership and strategic oversight, supports facility teams, and contributes to district-wide operational excellence. Regular travel between facilities is required, potentially including overnight stays. The role may require flexible hours to oversee operations and respond to operational needs.

Requirements

Bachelor's degree in culinary arts, food service management, business administration, or a related field, or equivalent experience.
Significant food service management experience, including demonstrated leadership in a multi-facility or district-level role.
Knowledge of nutrition, dietary guidelines, and food safety regulations; ServSafe certification is cited as an example.
Strong organizational, analytical, and problem-solving skills.
Excellent communication and interpersonal abilities, including the ability to collaborate effectively with diverse teams.
Ability to work flexible hours as needed to oversee operations and respond to operational needs.
Ability to work under pressure and manage multiple priorities in a secure, regulated environment.
Valid driver's license and ability to travel frequently, including overnight stays.
Must pass national and local background checks, including facility-specific checks for each correctional facility in the district.

Responsibilities

Assist Food Service Directors with day-to-day kitchen operations by traveling to kitchens and working directly with them.
Provide on-site coverage when facilities are short-staffed.
Support new account openings by joining the opening team and directing and training new Food Service Directors and employees.
Work with the Regional Manager and coordinate with Traveling Food Service Directors on coverage for vacancies, PTO, and new openings.
Coordinate weekly kitchen report transmittals with the Accounting team.
Coordinate required new-hire, termination, and disciplinary documentation with Human Resources.
Assist Food Service Directors with employee discipline and corrective action.
Supervise and coordinate food service operations across multiple correctional facilities in the district.
Ensure consistent adherence to standardized procedures, policies, and regulatory guidelines.
Monitor food production to maintain quality, portion control, and consistency.
Ensure compliance with health, safety, and sanitation regulations through regular inspections and audits.
Develop and manage district budgets for food costs, labor, and supplies.
Implement cost-saving measures while maintaining food service standards.
Train and mentor Food Service Directors and kitchen staff.
Conduct performance evaluations, provide feedback, and facilitate training programs.
Manage vendor and supplier relationships to support quality, cost-effective purchasing, and timely delivery.
Negotiate contracts and agreements to optimize procurement.
Maintain accurate records concerning inventory, production, expenditures, and compliance.
Prepare reports and present operational performance metrics to senior management.
Build positive relationships with correctional facility management and Skillet Kitchens staff, address concerns, resolve issues, and support satisfaction with food service operations.
Perform other duties as assigned.