District Manager- Oxnard, CA

CanteenPay Range:  120,000.00- 145,000.00*Internal Employee Referral Bonus AvailableThe advertised program is a conversational recruiting assistant that helps you apply to jobs with Compass Group. Message frequency varies. Message and data rates may apply. Text STOP to opt out or HELP for help. Terms and conditions: http://olivia.paradox.ai/moSkgAbout Canteen: 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 for the job, stay for the career. We are Canteen.Job SummaryAs a District Manager, you will lead a cross-functional team and manage multiple accounts within your territory. This role provides overall planning and direction to achieve operational and financial goals, maintain compliance with regulations, foster strong client relationships, and ensure we continuously support our communities in a dynamic environment.Key ResponsibilitiesLeadership & Team Development:Lead, manage, and inspire a team of Resident District Managers and/or Directors of Dining Services, along with their teams, to deliver outstanding service.Champion development, performance evaluations, succession planning, and build multi-unit management skills.Support team with tools, systems, and resources to drive success.Client & Community Engagement:Serve as the primary representative and brand ambassador for the territory.Attend client and community engagement events to strengthen relationships and promote company values.Drive positive relationships with clients and ensure achievement of critical metrics (profitability, safety, engagement).Operational Excellence:Lead accounts within the territory, making decisions that balance risk/reward and short/long-term implications.Ensure compliance with regional, state, and local policies governing meal and retail programs, safety, and QA requirements.Conduct audits and implement solutions for improvement.Strategic Collaboration:Partner with Sales, Retention, and Finance teams on proforma development, proposals, and full sales/retention processes.Collaborate with peers on the regional leadership team to share best practices, mitigate risks, and champion diversity.Financial Accountability:Own financial results/P&L for districts in the territory.Ensure accuracy in reporting, forecasting, and budgeting.Complete required reports on time as outlined by policy.Culture & Compliance:Support senior leadership in setting the cultural tone across the district and region.Ensure consistent and fair administration of all policies and procedures.Required QualificationsBachelor’s degree from an accredited college or university, or five (5) years of progressive experience in multi-unit food service, hospitality management, plant operations, environmental services, laundry, or other Support Services areas in lieu of degree.Preferred QualificationsStrong leadership background with exposure to contract/budget management, customer service, people development, food services, and negotiations.Proven track record of growing a business with strong financial and operational acumen.Ability to think quickly, analytically, strategically, and accurately.Exceptional client relationship, influencing, presentation, listening, and communication skills (written and verbal).Proactive, positive, professional, flexible, and resilient with a commitment to inclusion.Demonstrates initiative, ownership, multitasking, prioritization, and organizational skills.Proficient in Microsoft Suite.Extensive travel required.Associates at Canteen are offered many fantastic benefits.Full-time and part-time positions offer the following benefits to associates: Retirement Plan, Associate Shopping Program, Health and Wellness Programs, Discount Marketplace, Identity Theft Protection, Pet Insurance, Voluntary Benefits, including Critical Illness Insurance, Accident Insurance, Hospital Indemnity Insurance, Legal Services, and Choice Auto and Home ProgramFull-time positions also offer the following benefits to associates: Medical, Dental, Vision, Life Insurance/AD, Disability Insurance, Commuter Benefits, Employee Assistance Program, Flexible Spending Accounts (FSAs).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_Canteen.pdfAbout Compass Group: Achieving leadership in the foodservice industry 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.Applications are accepted on an ongoing basis.Canteen maintains a drug-free workplace.Req ID:1486732Canteen