District Manager

District Manager

Aramark Student Nutrition provides food and nutrition services to over 350 school districts in the U.S. It offers public and private education institutions a variety of dining options including breakfast and lunch programs, after-school snacks, catering, nutrition education and retail operations. We partner with schools to create culinary experiences that propel students to success. Our goal is to provide healthy, nutritional meals with a stellar dining experience for our communities.

The District Manager is responsible for providing overall vision, planning, direction, and control to assigned units for a large and complex geographic district normally generating $20M+ in revenue. This leadership is accountable for the execution of our food & nutrition programs in K12 school districts, with a focus on growth, cost, and productivity, leading people, and delivering financial commitments.

Must be willing to relocate within region if needed

Job Responsibilities

A bachelor's degree from a four year accredited institution per the USDA guidelines

Multi-unit / multi-site leadership in contract food management and / or large scale food service operations

Ability to demonstrate Aramark's value to our clients, customers, and employees

Strong financial acumen, particularly in a Profit / Loss environment across multiple units / sites

Leading large teams across a district to deliver an exceptional experience

Focus on growth of new business and retention of current business

Leadership - Establish overall ownership and accountability of operational management and financial performance of multiple accounts and units. Model key leadership behaviors and ensure the highest levels of safety, quality, and service excellence for employees, clients, and consumers. Coach & mentor employees by crafting a shared understanding of how and what needs to be achieved. Reward and recognize employees. Identify and engage top talent and develop team members to their fullest potential within the organization. Plan and lead team management meetings. Ensure safety and sanitation standards in all operations.

Client Relationship - Establish and maintain effective client and customer rapport for a mutually beneficial business relationship. Identify client needs and communicate operational progress. Facilitate and support new business and retention activities. Ensure the team completes customer satisfaction surveys in all locations.

Financial Performance - Build revenue and manage budget with sensitivity to costs and client needs. Ensure the completion and maintenance of P&L statements for the district. Provide oversight and take ownership to deliver client and company financial targets using Aramark systems. Understand performance metrics, data, order and inventory trends; educate teams on key levers to improve margins.

Productivity - Lead managers in implementing and maintaining corporate management agenda for labor and financial initiatives. Ensure value through efficient operations, appropriate cost controls, and profit management. Ensure consistent application of Aramarks operating standards and processes (Operational Excellence) with a particular focus on efficiency standards. Understand end-to-end supply chain and procurement process and systems; ensure only authorized suppliers are used.

Compliance - Ensure unit managers maintain a safe and healthy environment for clients, customers, and employees. Follow all applicable policies, rules, and regulations, including but not limited to those relating to safety, health, and wage and hour.

Qualifications

A bachelor's degree from a four-year accredited institution per the USDA guidelines

Minimum 2-3 years' experience in K12 / Student Nutrition environment preferred

Proven leadership experience, typically acquired over 5-10 years, including P&L responsibility within the food and beverage industries.

Demonstrated leadership skills with a broad knowledge of management practices, business judgement and client / consumer interaction.

Confirmed ability to hire, assess, develop and grow hard-working talent.

Established communication and teamwork skills to work with all levels on the organization from the front-line associate through leadership.

Proven success in a repeatable business model, including leading through change and turnaround initiatives.

Bachelors degree is required to be successful per USDA guidelines; advanced degree in business or related field is preferred.

About Aramark

Rooted in service and united by our purpose, we strive to do great things for each other, our partners, our communities, and our planet. At Aramark, we believe that every employee should enjoy equal employment opportunity and be free to participate in all aspects of the company. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, national origin, age, sex, gender, pregnancy, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information, military status, protected veteran status or other characteristics protected by applicable law.

The people of Aramark proudly serve millions of guests every day through food and facilities in 15 countries around the world. Rooted in service and united by our purpose, we strive to do great things for each other, our partners, our communities, and our planet. We believe a career should develop your talents, fuel your passions, and empower your professional growth. So, no matter what youre pursuing - a new challenge, a sense of belonging, or just a great place to work - our focus is helping you reach your full potential.