District Manager- Modesto, CA

District General Manager

We are seeking a dynamic and experienced District General Manager to lead operations for one of our most significant enterprise clients in the Central Valley region. This high-impact role oversees 30+ locations and $20M in annual business, driving operational excellence, client satisfaction, and financial performance. You will serve as the senior leader and trusted partner to the client, setting the tone for a high-performing, client-focused culture.

Success in this role will be measured by:

• Sustained delivery on service-level agreements (SLAs)
• Strong client partnership and retention
• Achievement of district-level P&L goals and margin improvement initiatives
• Engagement, development, and retention of a high-performing management team

Key Responsibilities

• Provide strategic leadership across all client sites in the Central Valley, balancing day-to-day operations with long-term business planning
• Build and maintain strong client partnerships by serving as the primary point of contact, understanding evolving expectations, and proactively addressing concerns
• Drive accountability for service delivery standards (SLA adherence, product availability, equipment uptime, response times) and ensure transparent reporting
• Own financial performance for the district, including P&L oversight, budgeting, forecasting, and margin improvement initiatives
• Lead, coach, and develop a cross-functional management team, building bench strength and ensuring succession planning across all levels
• Partner with senior leadership to communicate progress, risks, and opportunities, while aligning to the overall business strategy
• Champion safety, compliance, and quality standards across all sites; conduct audits and implement corrective actions when needed
• Collaborate with internal corporate teams (supply chain, finance, HR, technology) to deliver seamless solutions that meet client needs
• Represent the company in all client-facing meetings, business reviews, and engagement events as the trusted partner and ambassador for the district
• Drive a culture of continuous improvement through operational efficiency, innovation, and employee engagement

Qualifications

Required

• Proven experience leading large-scale, multi-unit operations in foodservice, retail, logistics, or related industries
• Demonstrated success managing complex client relationships with high service expectations
• Strong financial acumen with a track record of achieving P&L results and driving growth
• Skilled communicator with exceptional influencing, presentation, and relationship-building capabilities
• Experience developing and leading large teams with a focus on coaching, accountability, and performance management
• Ability to think strategically while executing tactically in a high-volume, fast-moving environment

Preferred

• Industry background in enterprise foodservice or facilities management
• Familiarity with operational technology and reporting tools
• Advanced certifications (e.g., Six Sigma, Lean, Project Management)
• Bilingual proficiency (Spanish/English) is a plus

Position Details

• Reports to: Regional Director
• Team scope: Leads a multi-level management team
• Travel requirement: ~50% across the Central Valley region
• Location: Central Valley, CA (with regional travel as 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 Program.

Full-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 Maryland, Washington State, or to be performed Remotely, click here for information on additional company-provided time off benefits.

About 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: 1466477