District Manager

Job Description
Are you a strategic leader with a passion for operational excellence and team development?

As the District Manager, you will provide overall vision, planning, direction, and control to assigned units within a defined area, with the goal of exceeding both operating and financial targets. This role demands strategic thinking and decisive execution, along with the ability to inspire and guide managers and staff across your portfolio. Your success will hinge on identifying top talent, communicating a clear vision, and developing your team to reach their full potential.

You?ll play a key role in building strong client relationships and driving business growth through effective financial planning and operational leadership. Assertive leadership in business planning, client engagement, and expansion efforts will be essential.

If you have a background in leisure and destination, sports and entertainment, or corrections, we encourage you to apply?your experience brings valuable perspective and aligns well with the dynamic nature of this role.

Job Responsibilities
Drive Growth

• Lead and manage multiple locations to achieve client satisfaction and financial performance.
• Set and align client priorities to deliver exceptional service and ensure contract retention.
• Identify opportunities for innovation and implement new products and services in collaboration with clients.
• Build strong partnerships with internal departments and serve as a customer advocate.
• Represent Aramark in the community through civic engagement and professional activities.
• Guide your team through the sales process and collaborate with regional and corporate support teams.

Optimize Cost & Productivity

• Achieve labor and food cost targets across your district.
• Manage a diverse workforce across multiple sites and organizational levels.
• Develop strategic operational plans aligned with client goals and sustainability practices.
• Collaborate with regional leaders and unit managers to enhance financial performance and productivity.

Lead People

• Recruit, develop, and retain top talent to build a high-performing management team.
• Foster a culture of safety, quality, and service excellence.
• Ensure compliance with sanitation and safety standards.
• Inspire and engage teams through recognition programs like Encore.
• Promote effective labor relations and cross-district collaboration.

Deliver Financial Results

• Take full P&L ownership for a portfolio generating $30?$80M in revenue.
• Leverage contract terms to drive growth and margin improvements.
• Maintain records in compliance with Aramark, government, and accrediting standards.
• Develop accurate forecasts and manage monthly financial outcomes.

Qualifications

• Bachelor?s degree in Business Administration or related field (master?s degree is an asset).
• 10+ years of progressive management experience in complex, multi-site or multi-departmental operations.
• Proven success in high-volume P&L and budget management.
• Strong leadership in diverse environments with a focus on client service and business growth.
• Excellent interpersonal, analytical, and communication skills.
• Willingness to travel for site visits and participate in regional/national initiatives.
• Open to relocation within the assigned market.

About Aramark
At Aramark, we empower our people to create moments that matter through exceptional hospitality experiences. We serve more than a dozen industries with pride and passion, building community, connection and careers all across the world.

You'll be surrounded by some of the most innovative minds in the industry and powered by our shared mission to pursue what matters. Here, you'll have the opportunity to do great things for our people, our planet, our partners and our communities. We believe a career should develop your talents, fuel your passions and enable your growth. Supported by committed leadership, you'll be empowered to try new things and find solutions to tough problems. No matter what you're pursuing - a new challenge, a sense of belonging, or just a great place to work - our focus is to help you reach your full potential and
pursue what matters.