District Manager 2

Inspire Teams. Elevate Experiences. Drive Campus Excellence. 

Sodexo’s Campus Segment is seeking a passionate, client- and customer-driven District Manager2 to support multiple campus dining accounts across Western New York. Serving as the primary Sodexo representative for a defined geographic area, this leader will drive operational excellence, financial performance, and strong client and customer relationships.

The ideal candidate will reside in or near Buffalo, Rochester, or Syracuse, NY, and bring deep experience in multi-site leadership within food service or campus dining environments.

As District Manager 2, you will lead and inspire a team of General Managers and frontline employees across several accounts, ensuring overall operational success, including financial performance, client satisfaction, and employee development. This role requires a strategic, influential leader who can build strong partnerships with clients and internal stakeholders while ensuring consistent delivery of Sodexo’s high standards. You will work closely with the Vice President and clients to maintain contract compliance, strengthen relationships, and drive long-term account retention.

• Lead, mentor, and develop General Managers and their teams across multiple campus accounts
• Drive financial performance, including budgeting, forecasting, and cost control
• Build and maintain strong client relationships to ensure satisfaction and retention
• Collaborate with clients and senior leadership on contract execution and operational strategy
• Develop and execute district-wide business plans aligned with organizational goals
• Ensure consistency in food quality, service standards, and operational excellence
• Oversee employee engagement, training, and succession planning
• Identify opportunities for growth, innovation, and continuous improvement across accounts

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 experience managing multiple locations or accounts in food service, hospitality, or campus dining
• Strong financial acumen with experience managing budgets and driving profitability
• Demonstrated success in client relationship management and contract retention
• Leadership skills with the ability to develop high-performing, engaged teams
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
• Strategic mindset with the ability to balance big-picture thinking and day-to-day operations
• Experience in campus dining or large-scale food service operations preferred
• Flexibility to travel within the assigned geographic area

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 – 7 years
Minimum Functional Experience – 7 years