Resident District Manager- FISD (New Bern, NC & Raleigh, NC)

Position Title: Resident District Manager- FISD (New Bern, NC & Raleigh, NC)

Salary:  Up to $110,000/ year.

Other Forms of Compensation: Bonus eligible. 

Flik Independent School Dining has been leading the way in transforming private and independent school foodservice across 300 communities for over four decades. Our passionate team of associates is fully committed to delivering exceptional foodservice experiences every single time. Our meals are crafted from fresh, locally sourced ingredients, supporting sustainable agricultural practices that benefit our communities. But we don't stop at just foodservice – we take it to the next level by offering cutting-edge nutrition education programs that empower students to make smart, healthy choices daily. By combining nutritious meals with comprehensive education, we equip students with the essential tools they need to lead a healthy and thriving life. We believe in nourishing the whole person , creating community through great food and programming, and doing what’s right , every time.

We are Nourishing a Brighter Future.

This position is eligible for an Employee Referral Bonus! If you know someone that is qualified for this role, please use the ‘job search’ in PeopleHub to refer your referral and email them a link to apply. Your referral will be able to apply by clicking the link in the email. You can check the status through your profile, accessible via Careers in PeopleHub, by clicking on ‘referral tracking.’ For Employee Referral guidelines, FAQs and the Compass Employee Referral Policy, email [email protected].

Join FISD as a Resident District Manager in NC

As a Resident District Manager (RDM) with FISD, you will manage a large multi-unit education dining account in New Bern, NC, and in Raleigh, NC. 

In this exciting role, you will serve as our point of contact for the client as well as lead the team within the account and manage the overall operation. You will provide planning and direction within your account to achieve operational and financial goals in a dynamic environment. You will also maintain strong client relationships and work to fulfill our mission to feed kids.

This role will have a heavy focus on finance.

Key Responsibilities:

-Leads, manages, and inspires a diverse team at a large account, to provide top-notch service to the client, students, and community
-Drives and develops self and team at the account towards building strong relationships with the client(s) and achievement of key performance indicators (profitability, safety, employee engagement, etc.)
-May serve on district leadership team, and participates in ongoing conversations with peers to share best practices, mitigate risks, champion diversity, and build community
-Owns the financial results for the account, and works with leadership to ensure accuracy for reporting, forecasting, and budgeting processes
-Ensures decisions are weighed for risk/reward and short/long term implications while gathering input from the team and partners
-Fosters a culture of transparency, understanding, education, safety, and accountability at the account
-Serves as the representative/brand ambassador of the FISD team within the district and community; attends key client and community events
-Ensures client needs are met or exceeded, we retain the account, find cross-sell opportunities, and assist in rebid process as directed
-Supports functional areas of operation, including but not limited to safety, marketing, nutrition and culinary
-Ensures adherence to local, state, federal and company policies, and conducts unit audits to ensure conformance for key areas (e.g. food storage, sanitation)
-Maintains compliance with USDA regulations and guidance for all applicable meal and retail programs, along with completing all required reporting on time
-Champions development within the account; conducts performance evaluations, along with succession planning for the account; has full understanding of all roles within operation
-Ensures consistent and fair administration of all policies and procedures

Preferred Qualifications:

-Ideal candidate should reside in or near Raleigh, NC, or in East Raleigh, NC.

-Multi-unit or high volume experience in foodservice or in hospitality management
-Must have experience in budgeting, submitting weekly reports, providing cost reduction strategies, and providing recommendations for capital budgets
-Bachelor's degree and a minimum of three (3) years of management experience, preferably in foodservice or in hospitality management
-Experience in sourcing and managing third-party labor for high-profile events
-Flexible to travel and support regional needs when not in camp season
-Must be able to work a 6-7 day schedule during summer programming
-Prior experience in an education setting is highly desired
-Is well-versed in all aspects of foodservice management with a proven track record of success
-Has a proven track record of leading a business and a team, strong customer service, and good business and financial acumen
-Demonstrates strong initiative, critical thinking, ownership, communications (listening, written, and verbal), multi-tasking, prioritization, and organization skills
-Champions the inclusion mindset, and is proactive, positive, professional, and resilient
-Excellent computer skills and proficiency with Microsoft Office suite and POS software

Apply to Flik today!

Flik Independent School Dining is a member of Compass Group USA

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. 

Flik Independent School Dinning maintains a drug-free workplace.

Associates at Flik Independent School Dining 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, for paid time off benefits information.

Req ID: 1445335

FISD

NANCY M TEIXEIRA

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