RESIDENT DISTRICT MANAGER

Compass Group • Sault Ste. Marie, MI

10d • $100,000 - $120,000 • Onsite

About The Position

Compass Group is seeking an experienced senior-level Food & Beverage executive to lead a high-volume, multi-million-dollar corporate dining account encompassing cafe, catering, executive dining, and coffee shop operations. The Resident District Manager provides planning and direction to achieve operational and financial goals in a busy environment with a high employee population. The role leads a sizeable on-site team, works effectively with a national client, maintains strong client relationships, and supports the company’s mission. This is an on-site role in Minneapolis, Monday through Friday, with occasional travel required.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree.
• At least three years of senior site-level food and beverage leadership experience in corporate dining or a relevant industry, such as full-service hotel food and beverage operations or high-volume and fine-dining restaurant operations.
• High proficiency in food service management and a proven track record of success.
• Record of leading a high-performing operation and team, with a client-centric approach and business and financial acumen.
• Strong initiative, critical thinking, ownership, communication, multitasking, prioritization, and organizational skills.
• Inclusive, proactive, positive, professional, and resilient approach.
• Excellent computer skills and proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite and POS software.
• Ability to travel occasionally.
• Ability to perform essential job functions satisfactorily, with or without reasonable accommodation.

Nice To Haves

• Union experience is strongly preferred.

Responsibilities

• Lead, manage, and encourage a complementary team at a large account to provide high-quality service to the client and employee community.
• Develop self and team to build strong client relationships and achieve key performance indicators, including profitability, safety, and employee engagement.
• Potentially serve on the district leadership team and participate in discussions with peers to share best practices, mitigate risks, champion diversity, and build community.
• Weigh risks, rewards, and short- and long-term implications when making decisions, gathering input from team members and partners.
• Cultivate transparency, understanding, education, safety, and accountability at the account.
• Represent the brand within the district and community, including attending key client and community events.
• Meet or exceed client needs, retain the account, explore cross-selling opportunities, and assist with the rebid process as directed.
• Support operational functions including safety, marketing, nutrition, and culinary.
• Ensure compliance with local, state, federal, and company policies; conduct unit audits for areas such as food storage and sanitation.
• Maintain compliance with regulations and guidance for applicable meal and retail programs, and complete required reporting on time.
• Develop employees within the account, conduct performance evaluations and succession planning, and maintain understanding of all operational roles.
• Own the account’s financial results and work with leadership on accurate reporting, forecasting, and budgeting.
• Ensure consistent and fair administration of policies and procedures.

Benefits

• Medical, dental, and vision insurance.
• Life and accidental death insurance.
• Disability insurance.
• Retirement plan.
• Paid time off.
• Paid parental leave.
• Holiday time off, varying by site and state.
• Personal leave.
• Associate Shopping Program.
• Health and wellness programs.
• Discount Marketplace.
• Identity Theft Protection.
• Pet insurance.
• Commuter benefits.
• Employee Assistance Program.
• Flexible Spending Accounts (FSAs).
• Possible paid and/or unpaid time off in accordance with applicable laws.
• Employee referral bonus eligibility.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Senior