District Manager II- Minneapolis, MN
About The Position
Canteen is hiring a District Manager to oversee multiple dining and foodservice operations. This highly visible leadership role is responsible for operational excellence, financial performance, client satisfaction, and team development across a portfolio of accounts. The District Manager leads managers and frontline teams to deliver exceptional dining experiences while meeting company standards and business objectives. The role requires a results-driven leader with foodservice operations experience, P&L accountability, and a record of developing high-performing teams in multi-site environments.
Requirements
- Minimum 3 years of multi-site foodservice management experience with direct P&L responsibility.
- Proven experience leading managers and large employee populations across multiple locations.
- Strong knowledge of foodservice operations, food safety, HACCP, and quality assurance programs.
- Experience with budgeting, forecasting, financial analysis, and strategic planning.
- Strong leadership, coaching, and talent development skills.
- Excellent communication, presentation, and relationship-building abilities.
- Proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite, including Excel, Outlook, Word, and PowerPoint.
Nice To Haves
- Bachelor's degree preferred, or an equivalent combination of education and leadership experience.
- ServSafe certification preferred.
- Experience in contract foodservice, corporate dining, healthcare, education, hospitality, or related industries preferred.
Responsibilities
- Provide leadership and oversight for multiple dining and foodservice locations, ensuring operational excellence and customer satisfaction.
- Ensure consistent execution of food quality, food safety, merchandising, hospitality, and brand standards across all accounts.
- Drive district financial performance through P&L management, budgeting, forecasting, and expense control.
- Analyze financial and operational metrics to identify opportunities for growth, efficiency, and continuous improvement.
- Conduct operational audits and implement best practices to improve productivity, service quality, and profitability.
- Partner with senior leadership to execute strategic initiatives, culinary programs, and company objectives.
- Support client retention and growth by building strong relationships and delivering exceptional service experiences.
- Lead, coach, and develop unit managers and leadership teams, fostering accountability, engagement, and professional development.
- Ensure compliance with company policies, HACCP standards, safety requirements, and regulatory guidelines.
- Oversee proper utilization and maintenance of company assets, equipment, and resources.
- Support new business openings, account transitions, and operational improvement initiatives as needed.
Benefits
- Retirement Plan
- Associate Shopping Program
- Health and Wellness Programs
- Discount Marketplace
- Identity Theft Protection
- Pet Insurance
- Voluntary Benefits, including Critical Illness Insurance, Accident Insurance, Hospital Indemnity Insurance, Legal Services, and Choice Auto and Home Program
- Medical insurance
- Dental insurance
- Vision insurance
- Life Insurance/AD
- Disability Insurance
- Commuter Benefits
- Employee Assistance Program
- Flexible Spending Accounts (FSAs)
- May be eligible for paid and/or unpaid time off benefits in accordance with applicable federal, state, and local laws
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Manager
Education Level
No Education Listed
