Epicurean Group

**Position Title: District Manager**

**Salary: $110,000 to $125,000**

**Other Forms of Compensation:** Bonus

**What makes Epicurean click?** Our people. The decisions, actions and attitudes of our associates earn the trust and loyalty of our clients every day. We know how to pick them and we know how to grow them. It starts with hiring people who share our passion for food and hospitality. Once we find the right talent, we encourage, value and recognize their contributions.

We keep our people renewed, excited and engaged by providing hands-on training and educating them about the latest trends. We give them a stake in successfully raising the bar. Our people love what they do and they love sharing their passion. Join our team and see the Epicurean difference. Where a job isn’t merely a job but the start of a career where you can flourish.

**Job Summary**

The District Manager is responsible for overseeing district and unit operations to ensure alignment with Epicurean budgets, operational standards, safety protocols, and company procedures. This role provides leadership across multiple locations, supports new and existing business, and builds strong client relationships, often managing multiple stakeholders per account.

The District Manager ensures efficient financial performance, supports menu and program development, oversees marketing and promotional initiatives, and establishes consistent customer service and merchandising standards. This role directs the hiring, training, development, motivation, and performance management of supervisory and support staff.

Measures of Success

Strong client satisfaction and long-term relationship growth through innovative programs

Sales growth within existing units and successful support of new openings

Consistent execution of café and kitchen operational standards

Financial accountability through accurate budgeting, reporting, and cost controls

Development of high-performing teams and succession planning for hourly and salaried staff

Proactive safety leadership with a focus on accident prevention and cost management

Primary Duties and Responsibilities

Client, Customer, and Community Relationships

Lead regular District meetings to review financial performance and billing with clients

Maintain effective communication with community support staff, administration, and maintenance teams

Create forums to gather feedback from clients and customers regarding food quality and service

Respond promptly to client and customer communications, including weekends as needed

Provide regular operational updates to senior leadership

Business Growth and New Openings

Investigate new client leads as directed by senior management

Support proposals, transitions, and new openings, including occasional weekend support

Meet with prospective clients as directed

Food Programs and Operations

Implement Epicurean food programs in accordance with company standards and approved proposals

Collaborate with District and Unit leaders to develop seasonal café and catering menus

Develop activity calendars and coordinate marketing materials and program launches

Execute marketing strategies to drive revenue growth and customer satisfaction

Financial and Administrative Management

Maintain knowledge of District and Unit capital assets and investments

Monitor accounting and financial controls to ensure accuracy and compliance

Ensure Accounts Receivable remain current

Review inventory systems on a regular basis

Maintain working knowledge of payroll systems, procedures, and deadlines

Monitor pricing structures and analyze variances between budgeted and actual café and catering performance

Qualifications

Experience in multi-unit or district-level operations management

Catering and food hospitality services

Strong financial and business acumen

Proven ability to build and maintain client relationships

Experience leading, developing, and retaining teams

Strong communication, organizational, and problem-solving skills

Ability to work flexible schedules, including evenings and weekends as needed

**Apply to Epicurean today!**

_Epicurean 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.

Epicurean maintains a drug-free workplace.

**Associates at Epicurean 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 (https://www.compass-usa.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/08/2023\_WageTransparency\_FlikHospitality.pdf) or copy/paste the link below for paid time off benefits information.

https://www.compass-usa.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/08/2023\_WageTransparency\_FlikHospitality.pdf