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DISTRICT MANAGER -CHICAGO
Compass Group, North America • Alsip, IL 60803 • Posted 1 day ago
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As a District Manager at Canteen, you will lead a cross-functional team and manage multiple accounts within your territory. Your role involves overall planning and direction to achieve operations and financial goals, maintaining strong client relationships, and ensuring compliance with regulations and company policies. This position requires a strong focus on team development, financial management, and community support in a dynamic environment.
Responsibilities
- Leads, runs, and encourages a complementary team of Foodservice managers
- Drives and develops self and team towards building positive relationships with client(s) and achievement of critical metrics (profitability, safety, engagement, etc.)
- Helps managers grow top line, while exceeding food and labor cost budgets
- Interacts and supports the needs of our clients
- May serve on the regional leadership team; participates in ongoing conversations with peers to share standard processes, mitigate risks, champion diversity, and build community
- Leads accounts in territory, ensuring decisions are weighed for risk/reward and short/long term implications
- Supports senior leadership in setting the cultural tone in district and region; meets regularly with team and partners to ensure full visibility, understanding, safety, and accountability
- Serves as representative/brand ambassador of territory; attends client and community engagement events
- Collaborates with the Sales, Retention, and Finance teams on sales proforma and proposal development; participates in full sales and retention process
- Collaborates with partners to support district needs and solves problems by thinking through all angles and downstream impacts
- Ensures compliance with regional, state, and local policies governing meal and retail programs, along with safety and QA requirements; conducts audits and offers solutions for improvement
- Champions development, performance evaluations, succession planning, and building single- and multi-unit leadership skills
- Owns financial results/P&L, and works with leadership to ensure accuracy in reporting, forecasting, and budgeting
- Completes required reports on time as outlined by policy
- Ensures consistent and fair administration of all policies and procedures
Qualifications
Required
- Bachelor's degree from an accredited college or university, or five (5) years of equivalent experience in multi-unit food service, hospitality management in lieu of degree
- Strong background in a leadership role with exposure to contract/budget management, customer service, people development, food services, negotiations, etc.
- Proven track record and knowledge of growing a business, along with business and financial proficiencies
- Ability to think quickly, analytically, strategically, and accurately
- Experienced client relationship, influencing, presentation, listening, and communications (written and verbal) skills
- Demonstrates initiative, ownership, multitasking, prioritization, and organization skills
- Proficient in the use of Microsoft Suite
About Compass Group, North America
Compass Group North America is a leading foodservice and support services company catering to various industries and environments. They offer a wide range of products and services across their numerous subsidiary companies, focusing on delivering exceptional dining experiences with fresh, seasonal, and responsibly sourced ingredients. With a commitment to customer service and operational excellence, Compass Group continues to set high standards in the foodservice industry.
Full Job Description
Canteen
Salary:
Other Forms of Compensation: Bonus 15% FIP
Growth. Opportunity. Excellence.
Canteen brings break time to everyone. We combine food, service, and experience backed by industry-leading technology to help companies create a better workplace and connect their employees. Canteen's solutions include markets, office coffee and snacks, unattended retail, and culinary.
Our people are at the heart of everything we do. Their dedication, collaboration, and passion fuel our growth. Interested in joining our team? You bring the enthusiasm, customer service, and commitment; we'll supply the opportunity and innovation. Together, we'll continue to transform our industry.
Come grow with us. We are Canteen.
Job Summary
Working as a District Manager (DM), you will lead a cross-functional team and run multiple accounts within your territory. You will provide overall planning and direction to achieve operations and financial goals, align with all applicable regulations, maintain strong client relationships, and ensure we continuously support our communities in our dynamic environment.
Key Responsibilities:
+ Leads, runs, and encourages a complementary team of Foodservice managers
+ Drives and develops self and team towards building positive relationships with client(s) and achievement of critical metrics (profitability, safety, engagement, etc.)
+ Helps managers grow top line, while exceeding food and labor cost budgets.
+ Interacts and supports the needs of our clients.
+ May serve on the regional leadership team; participates in ongoing conversations with peers to share standard processes, mitigate risks, champion diversity, and build community
+ Leads accounts in territory, ensuring decisions are weighed for risk/reward and short/long term implications
+ Supports senior leadership in setting the cultural tone in district and region; meets regularly with team and partners to ensure full visibility, understanding, safety, and accountability
+ Serves as representative/brand ambassador of territory; attends client and community engagement events
+ Collaborates with the Sales, Retention, and Finance teams on sales proforma and proposal development; participates in full sales and retention process
+ Collaborates with partners to support district needs and solves problems by thinking through all angles and downstream impacts
+ Ensures compliance with regional, state, and local policies governing meal and retail programs, along with safety and QA requirements; conducts audits and offers solutions for improvement
+ Champions development, performance evaluations, succession planning, and building single- and multi-unit leadership skills such as a full understanding of all roles within operation; support team with tools and systems
+ Owns financial results/P&L, and works with leadership to ensure accuracy in reporting, forecasting, and budgeting
+ Completes required reports on time as outlined by policy
+ Ensures consistent and fair administration of all policies and procedures
Preferred Qualifications:
+ Bachelor's degree from an accredited college or university, or five (5) years of equivalent experience in multi-unit food service, hospitality management in lieu of degree
+ Strong background in a leadership role with exposure to contract/budget management, customer service, people development, food services, negotiations, etc.
+ Has a proven track record and knowledge of growing a business, along with business and financial proficiencies.
+ Has the ability to think quickly, analytically, strategically, and accurately
+ Shows experienced client relationship, influencing, presentation, listening, and communications (written and verbal) skills
+ Demonstrates initiative, ownership, multitasking, prioritization, and organization skills
+ Proficient in the use of Microsoft Suite
Apply to Canteen today!
Canteen is a member of Compass Group USA
Click here to Learn More about the Compass Story (http://www.compass-usa.com/our-story/)
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.
Canteen maintains a drug-free workplace.
Associates at Canteen 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)
Req ID: 1355943
Canteen
Nichelle Miller
Salary:
Other Forms of Compensation: Bonus 15% FIP
Growth. Opportunity. Excellence.
Canteen brings break time to everyone. We combine food, service, and experience backed by industry-leading technology to help companies create a better workplace and connect their employees. Canteen's solutions include markets, office coffee and snacks, unattended retail, and culinary.
Our people are at the heart of everything we do. Their dedication, collaboration, and passion fuel our growth. Interested in joining our team? You bring the enthusiasm, customer service, and commitment; we'll supply the opportunity and innovation. Together, we'll continue to transform our industry.
Come grow with us. We are Canteen.
Job Summary
Working as a District Manager (DM), you will lead a cross-functional team and run multiple accounts within your territory. You will provide overall planning and direction to achieve operations and financial goals, align with all applicable regulations, maintain strong client relationships, and ensure we continuously support our communities in our dynamic environment.
Key Responsibilities:
+ Leads, runs, and encourages a complementary team of Foodservice managers
+ Drives and develops self and team towards building positive relationships with client(s) and achievement of critical metrics (profitability, safety, engagement, etc.)
+ Helps managers grow top line, while exceeding food and labor cost budgets.
+ Interacts and supports the needs of our clients.
+ May serve on the regional leadership team; participates in ongoing conversations with peers to share standard processes, mitigate risks, champion diversity, and build community
+ Leads accounts in territory, ensuring decisions are weighed for risk/reward and short/long term implications
+ Supports senior leadership in setting the cultural tone in district and region; meets regularly with team and partners to ensure full visibility, understanding, safety, and accountability
+ Serves as representative/brand ambassador of territory; attends client and community engagement events
+ Collaborates with the Sales, Retention, and Finance teams on sales proforma and proposal development; participates in full sales and retention process
+ Collaborates with partners to support district needs and solves problems by thinking through all angles and downstream impacts
+ Ensures compliance with regional, state, and local policies governing meal and retail programs, along with safety and QA requirements; conducts audits and offers solutions for improvement
+ Champions development, performance evaluations, succession planning, and building single- and multi-unit leadership skills such as a full understanding of all roles within operation; support team with tools and systems
+ Owns financial results/P&L, and works with leadership to ensure accuracy in reporting, forecasting, and budgeting
+ Completes required reports on time as outlined by policy
+ Ensures consistent and fair administration of all policies and procedures
Preferred Qualifications:
+ Bachelor's degree from an accredited college or university, or five (5) years of equivalent experience in multi-unit food service, hospitality management in lieu of degree
+ Strong background in a leadership role with exposure to contract/budget management, customer service, people development, food services, negotiations, etc.
+ Has a proven track record and knowledge of growing a business, along with business and financial proficiencies.
+ Has the ability to think quickly, analytically, strategically, and accurately
+ Shows experienced client relationship, influencing, presentation, listening, and communications (written and verbal) skills
+ Demonstrates initiative, ownership, multitasking, prioritization, and organization skills
+ Proficient in the use of Microsoft Suite
Apply to Canteen today!
Canteen is a member of Compass Group USA
Click here to Learn More about the Compass Story (http://www.compass-usa.com/our-story/)
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.
Canteen maintains a drug-free workplace.
Associates at Canteen 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)
Req ID: 1355943
Canteen
Nichelle Miller
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