Resident District Manager II - Carrollwood Day School
Salary: $80,000 to $90,000/ yr.
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.
Join FISD as a Resident District Manager (RDM) at Carrollwood Day School - Tampa, FL
FISD is currently seeking a strategic, innovative, and client-focused Resident District Manager (RDM) to lead all foodservice operations at Carrollwood Day School in Tampa, FL. This position is ideal for a results-driven leader with a strong background in contract foodservice.
Carrollwood Day School is a respected co-educational K–12 day school in the heart of Tampa, Florida, serving over 1,300 students and 225 faculty and staff. For more than a decade, FISD has proudly supported this vibrant school community with exceptional dining services—including breakfast, lunch, athletic meals, high-end catering, and concessions.
This is a high-impact opportunity for an experienced and innovative leader to make a meaningful difference within a top-tier educational institution. If you’re passionate about hospitality, leadership, and excellence in service, this role is for you!
Key Responsibilities:
- Lead all foodservice operations on campus across three cafeteria-style dining locations, sports meals, catering, and concession events
- Manage and mentor a team of 2 salaried direct reports (Executive Chef and Catering Manager) and approximately 25 hourly associates
- Serve as the primary liaison with school leadership, maintaining strong client relationships and ensuring contract compliance
- Deliver on key performance indicators, including financial performance, service quality, food safety, team development, and innovation
- Collaborate with culinary leadership to support creative menu development and sustainability efforts
- Represent the foodservice team within the school community and at key events, serving as the on-site brand ambassador
- Own all aspects of financial performance, including budgeting, forecasting, purchasing, and cost controls
- Oversee compliance with all USDA, local, state, federal, and internal food safety and regulatory requirements
- Foster a team culture focused on transparency, education, accountability, and professional growth
- Utilize systems such as CaterTrax and Microsoft Office to manage catering orders, documentation, and performance reporting
- Champion diversity, inclusion, and service excellence while modeling proactive and professional leadership
- Must be available for occasional weekend work to support athletic or special events as needed
Required Qualifications:
- Minimum 5 years of experience in a similar or equivalent senior foodservice leadership role
- Prior contract foodservice experience required; K–12 or independent school experience preferred
- Proven success managing fee-based accounts with significant volume
- Strong leadership, operational, and financial management capabilities
- Exceptional communication, organizational, and interpersonal skills
- Proficiency in catering/event management platforms (e.g., CaterTrax) and Microsoft Office
- Seeking local candidates (reside in or within commuting distance to Tampa, FL)
- ServSafe Certification required or must be obtained upon hire
Apply to Flik today!
Flik Independent School Dining is a member of Compass Group USA
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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.
Applications are accepted on an ongoing basis.
Flik Independent School Dinning maintains a drug-free workplace.
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 for paid time off benefits information.
Req ID: 1429125
FISD
NANCY M TEIXEIRA
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