Resident District Manager - Food Service Managemen

Compass Group•Newport News, VA

8d•Onsite

About The Position

A Resident District Manager (RDM) in higher education is a senior-level leader overseeing large-scale, campus-wide dining and hospitality operations, often generating revenues exceeding $12 million. This role is responsible for maintaining strong client relationships with university leadership, driving financial performance (P&L), developing high-performing teams, and leading operational innovation across campus dining programs.

Requirements

Demonstrated success in higher education dining, hospitality, or contract foodservice management, typically with 5+ years in senior leadership roles.
Bachelor’s degree in business, hospitality management, or a related field is generally required.
Strong business acumen, strategic leadership, client engagement expertise, and a passion for innovation in food and service delivery.

Responsibilities

Directs all aspects of multi-unit dining operations, including residential dining halls, retail food concepts, and catering services, ensuring excellence in quality, service, and efficiency.
Serves as the primary liaison between the company and university administration, ensuring alignment with campus culture, student needs, and institutional goals while maintaining high guest satisfaction.
Oversees full P&L accountability, including budgeting, forecasting, cost controls, and revenue growth strategies to ensure strong financial performance.
Recruits, develops, and leads management and frontline teams, fostering a culture of accountability, diversity, safety, and continuous improvement.