RESIDENT DISTRICT MANAGER

Compass Group North America

Gaithersburg, MD

JOB DETAILS
SALARY
$140,000–$150,000 Per Year
SKILLS
Apple Macs, Benchmarking, Best Practices, Budget Management, Budgeting, Change Management, Continuous Improvement, Cost Control, Cost Forecasting, Cross-Functional, Customer Relations, Customer Support/Service, Data Analysis, Disability Insurance, Ecosystems, Employee Assistance Plan, Executive Relationships, Facilities Management, Federal Laws and Regulations, Financial Compliance, Financial Operations, Flexible Spending Accounts, Food Services, Hospitality and Tourism, Industry Standards, Insurance, Leadership, Life Insurance, Logistics, Mail Services, Maintain Compliance, Operational Audit, Operational Measurement, Operations Management, Operations Planning, Performance Management, Performance Metrics, Process Improvement, Recycling, Regulatory Compliance, Regulatory Requirements, Retirement Plan, Risk Analysis, Risk Management, Safety Compliance, Safety Standards, Safety/Work Safety, Service Delivery, Service Level Agreement (SLA), Shipping/Receiving, State Laws and Regulations, Strategic Planning, Sustainability, Team Lead/Manager, Technical Delivery, Technical Support, Trend Analysis, Vendor/Supplier Relations
LOCATION
Gaithersburg, MD
POSTED
30+ days ago

Flik Hospitality Group Salary: 140,000 - 150,000 / year Other Forms of Compensation: Bonus

What makes FLIK click What makes FLIK click? Our people. The decisions, actions, and attitudes of our associates earn the trust and loyalty of our clients every day. We know how to pick them and we know how to grow them. It starts with hiring people who share our passion for food and hospitality. Once we find the right talent, we encourage value and recognize their contributions.

We keep our people renewed, excited, and engaged by providing hands-on training and educating them about the latest trends. We give them a stake in successfully raising the bar. Our people love what they do and they love sharing their passion. Join our team and see the FLIK difference: where a job isnt merely a job but the start of a career where you can flourish.

Job Summary: Resident District Manager

Workplace Experience & Soft Services - Single Point of Contact (SPOC) The Resident District Manager (RDM) serves as the senior on-site leader responsible for the full spectrum of workplace experience and soft services across a multi-site or flagship campus environment. Acting as the clients primary point of contact, the RDM oversees an integrated portfolio that may include workplace experience, hospitality, reception, events, facilities support services, environmental services, mail and logistics, space planning, moves/adds/changes (MAC), transportation programs, and dining services.

This role ensures a cohesive, high-performing, hospitality-driven workplace that supports employee productivity, enhances the clients culture, and delivers measurable operational excellence. The RDM leads a diverse team of managers and service partners, drives continuous improvement, and ensures alignment with client business objectives.

Key Responsibilities

Leadership & Client Partnership

  • Serve as the single point of contact for all workplace experience and soft services, ensuring seamless communication and alignment with client leadership.
  • Build and maintain strong executive-level relationships, acting as a trusted advisor on workplace strategy, service delivery, and operational performance.
  • Lead a cross-functional team of managers and service providers, fostering a culture of hospitality, accountability, and continuous improvement.
  • Translate client goals into operational plans, service enhancements, and measurable outcomes.

Workplace Experience & Hospitality

  • Oversee the end-to-end workplace experience program, ensuring a welcoming, intuitive, and frictionless environment for employees and visitors.
  • Ensure excellence in reception, concierge, lobby management, and guest services.
  • Partner with client stakeholders to design and deliver workplace programming, events, and engagement initiatives that strengthen community and culture.
  • Champion a hospitality-first mindset across all service lines.

Facilities Support & Soft Services Operations

  • Manage integrated soft services including:
  • Environmental services (cleaning, waste, recycling)
  • Mailroom, shipping, receiving, and logistics
  • Meeting room management and event support
  • Moves/adds/changes (MAC) and space utilization support
  • Transportation (shuttle and parking) programs
  • Workplace technology support in partnership with IT
  • Ensure all services meet or exceed SLAs, KPIs, and client expectations.
  • Oversee vendor relationships, contract compliance, and performance management.

Dining Services

  • Provide strategic oversight of dining programs as part of the broader workplace ecosystem.
  • Ensure dining operations align with hospitality standards, sustainability goals, and employee experience expectations.
  • Partner with culinary leadership on menu innovation, safety compliance, and financial performance.

Financial & Operational Management

  • Own the financial performance of the account, including budgeting, forecasting, and cost optimization across all service lines.
  • Analyze operational data to identify trends, risks, and opportunities for improvement.
  • Lead business reviews, reporting, and strategic planning with client stakeholders.
  • Ensure compliance with regulatory, safety, and company standards.

Sustainability, Safety & Compliance

  • Drive sustainability initiatives across waste reduction, energy awareness, responsible sourcing, and wellness programming.
  • Ensure all services adhere to safety protocols, risk management practices, and regulatory requirements.
  • Promote a culture of safety and continuous improvement across the workplace.

Innovation & Continuous Improvement

  • Identify and implement innovations in workplace technology, service delivery, and employee experience.
  • Lead change management efforts for new programs, tools, and operational enhancements.
  • Benchmark performance against industry standards and best practices.

Preferred Qualifications

  • 8 years of progressive leadership experience in workplace experience, facilities management, hospitality, or integrated soft services.
  • Proven success in a senior client-facing role with responsibility for multi-service delivery.
  • Strong financial acumen with experience managing complex budgets and multi-million-dollar portfolios.
  • Demonstrated ability to lead large, diverse teams and influence cross-functional partners.
  • Exceptional communication, relationship-building, and executive-presence skills.
  • Experience in high-touch, hospitality-driven environments preferred.

Apply to Flik today

Flik is a member of Compass Group USA. Click here to Learn More about the Compass Story.

Associates at Flik Hospitality are offered many fantastic benefits:

  • Medical
  • Dental
  • Vision
  • Life Insurance
  • 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, click here or copy/paste the link below for paid time off benefits information: https://www.compass-usa.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/08/2023_WageTransparency_FlikHospitality.pdf

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.

Certain positions may require Florida Level 2 background screening. Details: https://info.flclearinghouse.com

Applications are accepted on an ongoing basis. Flik maintains a drug-free workplace.

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