Resident District Manager

Role Overview: Sodexo is seeking an experienced, high-energy Resident District Manager to lead dining services at Washington University in St. Louis, MO. This role oversees up to a $20M operation, managing over 200 employees in a unionized environment across a range of dining, retail, and catering services. The ideal candidate will be a strategic, innovative leader focused on delivering high-quality service and enhancing student and customer engagement, while aligning with client goals. Situated in a vibrant cultural hub with excellent transit access, this opportunity calls for someone with proven success in large, complex food service operations and a passion for excellence. Sodexo provides college campuses with food, nutrition, environmental, and facilities management solutions. Joining us at one of our campus sites enables you to positively influence college students' well-being and create a healthy learning environment.  Incentives: Annual incentive eligible, relocation assistance available What You'll Do: Lead a large-scale, multi-unit dining operation with strategic visionDevelop and maintain strong client relationships to align with institutional goalsEnsure consistent, high-quality food service and exceptional customer experienceDrive employee engagement, training, and development in a union settingManage financial performance, including budget oversight and cost controlsDeliver innovative dining programs and high-end catering solutions What We Offer: Compensation is fair and equitable, partially determined by a candidate's education level or years of relevant experience. Salary offers are based on a candidate's specific criteria, like experience, skills, education, and training. Sodexo offers a comprehensive benefits package that may include: Medical, Dental, Vision Care and Wellness Programs401(k) Plan with Matching ContributionsPaid Time Off and Company HolidaysCareer Growth Opportunities and Tuition ReimbursementMore extensive information is provided to new employees upon hire. What You Bring: 5+ years of consecutive experience managing high-volume food service operationsExpertise in P&L management and delivering financial accountabilityProven leadership in complex environments with diverse teamsStrong focus on food quality, safety, and regulatory complianceExcellent interpersonal and communication skills across all organizational levelsPassion for innovation, student engagement, and continuous improvement Who We Are: At Sodexo, our purpose is to create a better everyday for everyone and build a better life for all. We believe in improving the quality of life for those we serve and contributing to the economic, social, and environmental progress in the communities where we operate. Sodexo partners with clients to provide a truly memorable experience for both customers and employees alike. We do this by providing food service, catering, facilities management, and other integrated solutions worldwide. Our company values you for you; you will be treated fairly and with respect, and you can be yourself. You will have your ideas count and your opinions heard because we can be a stronger team when you're happy at work. This is why we embrace diversity and inclusion as core values, fostering an environment where all employees are valued and respected. We are committed to providing equal employment opportunities to individuals regardless of race, color, religion, national origin, age, sex, gender identity, pregnancy, disability, sexual orientation, military status, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by applicable federal, state, or local law. If you need assistance with the application process, please complete this form. Qualifications & Requirements: Minimum Education Requirement - Bachelor's Degree or equivalent experienceMinimum Management Experience - 5 yearsMinimum Functional Experience - 5 years

Created: 2025-05-01