District Manager- Corporate Dining

Compass Group • New York, NY

1d • $130,000 - $140,000

About The Position

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 Awards- Best 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.

Requirements

• 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

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

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

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Manager