Compass Corporate
Salary: $125000 - $150000 /year
Other Forms of Compensation:
Pay Grade: 17
A family of companies and experiences
As the leading foodservice and support services company, Compass Group USA is known for our great people, great service and our great results. If youve been hungry and away from home, chances are youve tasted Compass Groups delicious food and experienced our outstanding service. We have over 284,000 US associates who work in award-winning restaurants, corporate cafes, hospitals, schools, arenas, museums, and more in all 50 states. Our reach is constantly expanding to shape the industry and create new opportunities for innovation. Join the Compass family today!
great people. great services. great results.
Each and every individual plays a key role in the growth and legacy of our company. We know the next big idea can come from anyone. We encourage developing and attracting expertise that differentiates us as a company as we continue to raise the bar.
Job Summary
Position Overview: As a District Manager (DM), you will play a pivotal role in overseeing and leading a cross-functional team across multiple accounts within your assigned territory. This position is focused on strategic planning and the execution of initiatives to meet both operational and financial goals. Key responsibilities include ensuring regulatory compliance, cultivating strong client relationships, and fostering a positive impact within the community.
This role involves a significant amount of travel-approximately 70%-within your designated region. The ideal candidate should reside in either Atlanta, GA, or Milwaukee, WI, to effectively manage the territory.
Key Responsibilities:
- Team Leadership: Guide and support a team of General Managers and/or Directors of Dining Services to deliver exceptional service and operational results.
- Client Relationship Building: Develop positive relationships with clients, focusing on key performance metrics like profitability, safety, and employee engagement.
- Strategic Contributions: Collaborate with the regional leadership team to share best practices, promote diversity, and build a sense of community.
- Operational Oversight: Make strategic decisions for each account, balancing immediate needs with long-term goals and evaluating risk-reward scenarios.
- Cultural Leadership: Set a positive tone throughout the district and region, working closely with teams and partners to promote understanding, accountability, and safety.
- Brand Representation: Act as an ambassador for the company at client meetings and community engagement events, representing company values and goals.
- Sales and Retention Collaboration: Partner with Sales, Retention, and Finance teams on proposals, sales forecasts, and retention strategies to support the district.
- Problem-Solving and Partnership: Address district needs with a collaborative approach, considering the broader impacts and ensuring sustainable solutions.
- Regulatory Compliance: Ensure adherence to regional, state, and local regulations for meal and retail programs, safety, and quality assurance (QA) standards through regular audits and improvement recommendations.
- Talent Development: Support team members through performance evaluations, succession planning, and skills development for single and multi-unit management.
- Financial Accountability: Oversee financial performance (P&L) for the district, ensuring accurate reporting, forecasting, and budgeting.
- Reporting and Policy Adherence: Complete and submit required reports punctually, and enforce policies and procedures consistently and fairly.
Required Qualifications:
- Education: Bachelors degree from an accredited college or university, or five (5) years of progressive experience in multi-unit food service, hospitality management, in lieu of a degree.
Preferred Qualifications:
- Leadership Experience: Background in contract/budget management, customer service, and people development, food services, negotiations, etc.
- Business Acumen: Demonstrated ability to grow a business with strong financial and strategic skills.
- Analytical Thinking: Capable of quick, strategic, and precise decision-making.
- Client Relations and Communication: Expertise in building client relationships, influencing, and clear communication.
- Inclusive Leadership: Proactive, professional, flexible, and resilient approach, championing inclusivity.
- Organizational Skills: Demonstrated multitasking, prioritization, and organizational abilities.
- Technical Proficiency: Proficient in Microsoft Suite applications.
- Industry Experience: Preferably in Business & Industry (B&I) or High-Tech sectors.
- Extensive Travel Requirement: Comfortable with 70% travel within the territory.
- Previous Multi-Unit Experience: Prior experience managing multiple units is essential.
- Operational Experience: Skilled in budgeting, operations, safety, and quality assurance management.
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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. We encourage applicants with a criminal history (and driving history) to apply.
Compass Corporate maintains a drug-free workplace.
Applications are accepted on an ongoing basis.
Associates at Corporate 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)
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