Resident District Manager

Lead with Purpose. Inspire Culinary Excellence. Drive Strategic Growth.

Resident District Manager – High-Profile Corporate Account | Washington, DC
Sodexo Corporate Services

 

Are you a visionary leader with a passion for hospitality and strategic operations? Sodexo Corporate Services is seeking a dynamic Resident District Manager to lead one of our flagship accounts in Washington, DC. This is a rare opportunity to make a significant impact in a high-profile environment, overseeing a vibrant food landscape that includes:

• 2 Cafés
• 2 Coffee Bars
• Full-Service Catering Operations

As the top executive on-site, you’ll be the driving force behind operational excellence, client satisfaction, and culinary innovation. You’ll lead a talented team of 8 salaried managers and 40 hourly employees, and be responsible for financial performance, marketing initiatives, HR strategy, and quarterly business reviews.

What We’re Looking For:

We’re seeking a high-caliber executive who is:

• A strategic thinker with a hands-on approach to execution.
• A strong communicator who can build long-term client partnerships.
• A culinary enthusiast who understands that food should not only taste amazing but look spectacular.
• A proactive leader who thrives in a fast-paced, multi-location environment.

Why Sodexo?

At Sodexo, our leaders embody our core values:
Spirit of Progress | Team Spirit | Spirit of Service

We offer a culture of innovation, a commitment to excellence, and the opportunity to make a meaningful impact every day. Join us and be part of a team that’s redefining corporate dining and hospitality.

M-F 6am to 4pm with some evenings and weekends as needed | This role offers a competitive relocation benefit of $20,000 for those who qualify

• Strategic Leadership: Build and maintain strong client relationships, lead with vision, and execute with precision.
• Operational Excellence: Oversee daily operations, drive performance, and ensure exceptional food quality and presentation.
• Team Development: Inspire and mentor your team, fostering a culture of growth, collaboration, and accountability.
• Financial Stewardship: Manage budgets, optimize resources, and deliver results.
• Innovation & Impact: Champion marketing and HR initiatives, and elevate the culinary experience to “WOW” standards.

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 Programs
• 401(k) Plan with Matching Contributions
• Paid Time Off and Company Holidays
• Career Growth Opportunities and Tuition Reimbursement

More extensive information is provided to new employees upon hire.

• Proven success managing multi-unit operations.
• Strong financial acumen and experience with budget oversight.
• Ability to lead and inspire teams, drive performance, and foster growth.
• Experience collaborating across departments to deliver comprehensive solutions.
• Passion for client satisfaction, brand reputation, and employee engagement.

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.

Minimum Education Requirement - Bachelor’s Degree or equivalent experience
Minimum Management Experience – 5 years
Minimum Functional Experience – 5 years