District Manager - Bay Area, CA

District Manager

Flik Independent School Dining has been leading the way in transforming private and independent school foodservice across 300 communities for over four decades. Our passionate team of associates is fully committed to delivering exceptional foodservice experiences every single time. Our meals are crafted from fresh, locally sourced ingredients, supporting sustainable agricultural practices that benefit our communities. But we don't stop at just foodservice – we take it to the next level by offering cutting-edge nutrition education programs that empower students to make smart, healthy choices daily. By combining nutritious meals with comprehensive education, we equip students with the essential tools they need to lead a healthy and thriving life. We believe in nourishing the whole person, creating community through great food and programming, and doing what's right, every time.

We are Nourishing a Brighter Future.

Job Summary

As a District Manager, you will lead and support a portfolio of private and independent K-12 school dining accounts within a defined territory, overseeing a business valued at approximately $9–11 million. You will provide strategic oversight, operational leadership, and financial accountability across 8–10 units throughout Northern California and Washington, working closely with on-site teams to ensure outstanding service delivery and client satisfaction. The District Manager is responsible for driving performance, developing talent, and partnering with senior leadership to align operations with organizational goals, regulatory requirements, and community needs.

Key Responsibilities:

• Lead, run, and mentor a cross-functional team of Resident District Managers and/or Directors of Dining Services, ensuring operational perfection and high levels of team engagement.
• Build and maintain strong client relationships, serving as a strategic partner and brand ambassador for your accounts.
• Drive financial performance, including ownership of the P&L, budgeting, forecasting, and reporting accuracy across all locations in the territory.
• Collaborate with Sales, Finance, and Retention teams on proposal development and support the full lifecycle of new and existing business opportunities.
• Ensure compliance with federal, state, and local foodservice regulations, quality assurance standards, and company policies.
• Conduct regular audits and implement continuous improvement strategies across all accounts.
• Champion a culture of safety and inclusivity; supervise training, allergy awareness, and workplace safety programs.
• Champion leadership development and succession planning within your teams; conduct performance evaluations and guide professional growth.
• Participate in regional leadership meetings to share standard processes, address challenges, and support organizational initiatives.
• Represent the organization at school and community events, reinforcing what we value and deepening engagement.
• Collaborate with internal and external partners to solve problems, analyze risks, and evaluate both short- and long-term impact of decisions.
• Ensure timely completion of required administrative reporting and adherence to all company procedures and policies.
• Travel extensively throughout the assigned territory to provide on-site support and leadership visibility.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Bachelor's degree or equivalent experience in Business, Hospitality Management, Food Services, or related field is strongly preferred; a minimum of 5 years of dynamic multi-unit foodservice or hospitality leadership experience may be considered in lieu of a degree.
• Strong experience leading contract-based operations, P&L oversight, and customer satisfaction initiatives.
• Validated ability to grow business, drive financial results, and implement critical initiatives.
• Confirmed leadership skills with a focus on team development, performance coaching, and succession planning.
• Exceptional communication, presentation, and relationship-building skills.
• Ability to think strategically, solve problems analytically, and handle multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, Outlook, PowerPoint, Teams).
• Flexible, collaborative, and committed to fostering inclusive and positive workplace cultures.

Associates at Flik Independent School Dining are offered many fantastic benefits.

• Medical
• Dental
• Vision
• Life Insurance/ AD
• Disability Insurance
• Retirement Plan
• Paid Time Off
• Holiday Time Off (varies by site/state)
• Associate Shopping Program
• Health and Wellness Programs
• Discount Marketplace
• Identity Theft Protection
• Pet Insurance
• Commuter Benefits
• Employee Assistance Program
• Flexible Spending Accounts (FSAs)
• Paid Parental Leave
• Personal Leave

Associates may also be eligible for paid and/or unpaid time off benefits in accordance with applicable federal, state, and local laws. For positions in Washington State, Maryland, or to be performed Remotely, click here or copy/paste the link below for paid time off benefits information.

Compass Group is an equal opportunity employer. At Compass, we are committed to treating all Applicants and Associates fairly based on their abilities, achievements, and experience without regard to race, national origin, sex, age, disability, veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity, or any other classification protected by law.

Qualified candidates must be able to perform the essential functions of this position satisfactorily with or without a reasonable accommodation. Disclaimer: this job post is not necessarily an exhaustive list of all essential responsibilities, skills, tasks, or requirements associated with this position. While this is intended to be an accurate reflection of the position posted, the Company reserves the right to modify or change the essential functions of the job based on business necessity. We will consider for employment all qualified applicants, including those with a criminal history (including relevant driving history), in a manner consistent with all applicable federal, state, and local laws, including the City of Los Angeles' Fair Chance Initiative for Hiring Ordinance, the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance, and the New York Fair Chance Act.

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Applications are accepted on an ongoing basis.

Flik Independent School Dinning maintains a drug-free workplace.