District Manager 2 (Food)

Role Overview

District Manager 2 (Food) – Corporate Services

Sodexo | DC, VA, NC, TN Region, (Primarily Local Travel, but must reside in the DMV area)

Are you a strategic, people-first leader with a passion for hospitality and operational excellence? Sodexo Corporate Services is seeking an inspiring District Manager 2 (Food) to lead a diverse, high-performing portfolio of corporate dining operations across the Mid-Atlantic and Southeast region.

This is a high-impact leadership role overseeing approximately 15 accounts with a combined managed volume of $25M, spanning a variety of innovative food service offerings including cafés, catering, executive dining, micro-markets, office coffee services, and vending.

Territory & Travel

• 90% local travel within DC and VA
• Quarterly travel to North Carolina
• Bi-Annual visit to Tennessee

Incentives

What You'll Do

What You’ll Do

As District Manager, you’ll drive business success across your portfolio by combining strategic vision with hands-on leadership:

• Lead financial and operational performance to achieve revenue, growth, and profitability targets
• Oversee and mentor a team of 10 salaried managers and 100+ frontline employees
• Conduct and lead quarterly business reviews with clients and stakeholders
• Play a key role in RFP development and business expansion efforts
• Drive operational excellence across diverse service lines including cafés, catering, and workplace hospitality solutions
• Champion talent development, succession planning, and internal career growth
• Ensure strong client partnerships, retention, and satisfaction across all accounts

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 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.

What You Bring

We’re looking for a results-driven leader who thrives in a fast-paced, multi-unit environment and brings:

• Strong financial and business acumen with a focus on growth and profitability
• Proven ability to manage multiple locations or business segments
• Experience leading high-volume, multi-site operations
• Executive presence with the ability to influence clients and stakeholders
• Demonstrated success in team development and succession planning
• Strong collaboration skills to partner with senior leadership and Business Development
• A track record of delivering innovative solutions aligned with client needs
• Passion for building high-performing teams and fostering an inclusive, engaging culture

Why Sodexo?

At Sodexo, our leaders are visionaries who shape the future of workplace experience. You’ll be part of a company that values:

• Spirit of Progress – Driving innovation and growth
• Team Spirit – Building strong, collaborative environments
• Spirit of Service – Delivering exceptional experiences every day

We empower our leaders to think strategically, act decisively, and make a meaningful impact—both for our clients and our people.

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 – 7 yearsMinimum Functional Experience – 7 years