District Manager

The District Manager (Alaska) leads Compass Group’s remote, offshore defense catering and janitorial operations with a focus on ownership, accountability, and excellence across all sites. This role drives our five-pillar framework, Quality, Safety, Growth, Innovation, and Culture, while ensuring client satisfaction, strong financial performance, and a high-caliber workforce. The District Manager will model professional communication, escalate issues promptly to senior management, and upholds all company policies and standards. Please note - this role demands quarterly travel to Anchorage, AK. We are open to candidates based in Portland, OR or Seattle, WA (remote based).

Key Responsibilities

• Drive excellence across all district sites:
  • • Ensure consistent quality, safety, service delivery, and operational efficiency at every site.
    • Lead continuous improvement initiatives to raise performance, reduce risk, and enhance client outcomes.
• Talent leadership and retention:
  • • Recruit, hire, onboard, and retain top talent; develop leadership pipelines; create a culture that values high performance, safety, and engagement.
    • Establish and oversee training programs; provide ongoing development and succession planning.
• Financial leadership and governance:
  • • Read, interpret, and act on P&L statements; manage forecasts, budgets, and cost controls.
    • Oversee capital deployment, proforma development, CPI considerations, labor management, and purchasing compliance.
    • Ensure accurate financial records, timely reporting, and fiscal discipline across the district.
• Client governance and satisfaction:
  • • Maintain strong client relationships; conduct governance cadence with senior management as defined; deliver on client requirements and service levels.
    • Implement feedback loops to drive operational improvements and align with client expectations.
• Operations and compliance:
  • • Maintain HACCP-compliant safety and sanitation standards; audit readiness and adherence to all regulatory requirements.
    • Enforce company policies, timekeeping accuracy, and compliance with all federal, state, and local regulations.

Qualifications

• • Minimum three years experience managing large-scale food service/contract operations; offshore/remote experience preferred.
  • ServSafe certification and HACCP knowledge.
  • Strong financial acumen: forecasting, budgeting, P&L management, cost controls.
  • Menu development experience; strong proficiency with data analytics and Microsoft Office.
  • Excellent written and verbal communication; professional business vocabulary.
  • Ability to travel frequently and work in demanding environments; valid passport may be required.