Foodservice District Manager

Job Description

Job Description

Description:

Job Location : Greater Bay Area, CA | 90% Travel 10% in Office
FLSA (Fair Labor Standards Act): Exempt
Reporting Structure: Director of Foodservice
Salary Range : $100,000-$120,000 Annual

Join Our Growing Team!
Vintners Distributors is the corporate arm that oversees West Coast Convenience, Eaton Foods, Eatswell, and Prohas Enterprises. Its portfolio includes Loop Neighborhood Market, Poppy Market, select Chevron locations, Krispy Krunchy Chicken, and other quick-service restaurant brands. Headquartered in Union City, CA, the company operates a growing network of convenience stores, fuel stations, and car washes across California. Founded in 1978, it also develops real estate and owns and operates its locations.

Vintners Distributors continues to expand and seeks customer-focused individuals who want to make an impact. We are committed to delivering high-quality, better-for-you products and an exceptional store experience, guided by our core values: People, Teamwork, Communication, Training, Results Matter, Fun, Customer-Centered, and Safety.

If you thrive in a fast-paced environment and are driven by service, innovation, and teamwork, we invite you to join us in redefining convenience for our customers every day.

Position Summary

The Foodservice District Manager is responsible for leading and supporting multiple quick-serve style foodservice restaurant locations throughout Northern California. This role drives operational excellence by ensuring every location delivers a Fast, Friendly, and Clean guest experience while achieving sales, profitability, and food quality goals.

The District Manager is responsible for hiring, training, coaching, and developing store-level teams and leaders while maintaining strong operational standards, food safety compliance, and consistent execution across all locations. This position serves as a key field leader focused on people development, accountability, guest satisfaction, and continuous improvement within the foodservice program.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead and oversee daily operations for multiple foodservice and restaurant locations across Northern California.
• Drive execution of the company’s “Fast, Friendly, and Clean” service standards at every location.
• Recruit, hire, train, coach, and develop store-level managers and team members.
• Conduct regular location visits, operational audits, and performance reviews to ensure compliance with company standards.
• Ensure consistent execution of food quality, food safety, sanitation, merchandising, and customer service expectations.
• Monitor sales, labor, food cost, waste, and profitability metrics and implement action plans to improve performance.
• Support new store openings, remodels, program rollouts, and operational initiatives.
• Partner with Operations, HR, Training, and Foodservice leadership teams to improve processes and team performance.
• Develop strong bench strength and succession planning within the district.
• Coach teams on guest recovery, hospitality, upselling, and operational efficiency.
• Ensure all locations maintain compliance with local, state, and company food safety and labor requirements.
• Assist with training programs and ongoing development for managers and team members.
• Build a culture of accountability, teamwork, urgency, and operational excellence.
• Respond quickly and effectively to operational issues, staffing challenges, and guest concerns.
• Support and reinforce company culture, policies, and leadership expectations throughout the district

Requirements

· 5+ years of experience in foodservice, quick service restaurant (QSR), fast-food, or convenience retail operations preferred.

· Strong understanding of food preparation, food safety, sanitation, and kitchen operations.

· Experience operating foodservice and beverage equipment.

· Excellent communication and interpersonal skills with the ability to work effectively across all levels of the organization.

· Strong organizational and time management skills with the ability to prioritize multiple tasks and projects.

· Detail-oriented with a commitment to operational excellence and consistency. Self-motivated team player with a hands-on, roll-up-the-sleeves approach.

· Ability to analyze operational data and identify opportunities for improvement.

· Experience with Microsoft Office applications including Word, Excel, and PowerPoint preferred.

· ServSafe Food Handler Certification is a plus but not required.

· Ability to travel extensively throughout Northern California based on operational needs.

Benefits

· Vacation, and Paid Holidays

· Health Benefits (Medical, Dental, and Vision)

· 401(k) Plan with Company Match

· Opportunities for growth in a fast-moving and expanding retail environment

Disclaimer: The responsibilities listed above are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed. Management reserves the right to modify duties or responsibilities as needed to support business operations.

Background Check: The company reserves the right to conduct background checks as a condition of employment.