District Manager- Corporate Dining

 

Salary: $130,000 - $140,000

Other Forms of Compensation: Benefits & Bonus Eligible 

 

Become part of Restaurant Associates, the industry’s leading provider of dining and event catering for some of the nation's most prestigious museums, performing arts centers and corporations! Voted Glassdoor's Employee Choice AwardsBest Places to Work, This is R/A !

Job Summary

The District Manager oversees a corporate dining portfolio supporting a high‑profile technology client, with locations in New York, Denver, Boston, and San Francisco. Based primarily in NYC with minimal travel, this role serves as the single point of contact (SPOC) for the client, ensuring strong relationships, financial performance, and consistent operational execution across all sites.
 
The environment is non‑union, with strong on‑site leadership teams in place. The ideal candidate is highly personable, organized, and systems‑driven, bringing a project‑management mindset to complex, multi‑site operations.

Key Responsibilities

  • Act as the primary client relationship owner and SPOC
  • Lead and support Resident District Managers and Directors of Dining Services
  • Oversee budgeting, forecasting, and financial performance for a ~$15M portfolio
  • Ensure consistent food quality, service standards, and operational excellence
  • Support and oversee free food programs and pantry initiatives
  • Ensure fair and consistent administration of personnel policies
  • Drive alignment, communication, and execution across multiple locations
  • Support account retention and growth initiatives

Qualifications

  • 5–7 years of contract foodservice management experience
  • Proven multi‑unit corporate dining leadership
  • Strong financial and operational acumen
  • Highly organized, systems‑oriented, and detail‑driven
  • Exceptional communication and relationship‑building skills
  • Bachelor’s degree preferred

Apply to Restaurant Associates today!

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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. 

Certain positions may require Florida Level 2 background screening. Details: https://info.flclearinghouse.com/

Associates at Restaurant Associates 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

Applications are accepted on an ongoing basis.

Restaurant Associates maintains a drug-free workplace.

 

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.

https://www.compass-usa.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/08/2023_WageTransparency_RA.pdf

 

 

Req ID:  1516724

Restaurant Associates 

Leah Curry 

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