Quest Food Management Services is looking for a District Manager to join our team!

Work for a growing company with a personal touch. Leadership is visible, approachable and shows that they care about their teams. Quest allows you to become an integral part of the local community, in an environment where you are listened to, supported and work-life balance and consistent scheduling is a priority. You are not just a number at Quest. 

We provide the communities we serve with fresh, high-quality food, exceptional responsiveness and intensely personal service. We are committed to creating the most enduring relationships in the industry by what we do and how we do it, which is achieved through an unwavering commitment to our values: 

Integrity: we do the right thing at all times 

Responsiveness: we listen and respond quickly to provide the best solutions 

Accountability: we do what we say we will do and accept responsibility for the results 

Respect: we treat others better than we expect to be treated ourselves 

Excellence: we deliver the best experience possible 

Provides excellent customer service by preparing and serving menu items. Creates the "WOW" experience for guests of Quest. 

Position Summary

The District Manager provides strategic direction and leadership to a team of Unit Mangers within an assigned geographic area. The DM will be responsible for providing the vision necessary to create world class operations by hiring and developing great people and ensuring systems and procedures are implemented properly and executed flawlessly at the unit level. The position accomplishes this through a respectful, constructive and energetic style, guided by Quest’s Mission, Vision, and Values.

District Manager Responsibilities:

* Drives the achievement of operating goals, profitability and sustainability.

* Provides day-to-day leadership and management to Unit Leadership and hourly team members within the assigned district.

* Foster a success-oriented, accountable environment within the company.

* Supports the development of leadership talent. Builds a pipeline of management candidates to support Quest’s growth and sustainability.

* Ensures unit-level operating budgets are in place and met through a system of planning and control procedures; participates in budget and forecast process as needed..

* Implements and maintains standards of quality for all areas of the dining services/hospitality operation; assists in the development and on-going analysis of each account's dining services/hospitality quality plan.

* Ensures systems are in place to train and develop all Unit Level leadership and hourly team members.

* Ensures that all areas of the dining services operations are in compliance with Quest’s health and safety standards, as well as state and local health codes.

* Ensures all company and account purchasing policies and procedures are in effect; that, through correct menu planning, receiving, and storage, maximum utilization of company resources is attained; quality specifications are adhered to.

* Stay abreast of the competition by analyzing quarterly market analysis and consistent research of menu trends.

* Educate clients with regular meetings and transparent, accountable relationship management efforts.

District Manager Requirements:

* Bachelor’s degree or equivalent work experience

* For External hire, minimum of 2 to 3 years of multi-account management as District Manager or above, with experience in K-12 dining

* For Internal hire, minimum of 6 months (24 months preferred) as a Unit Leader or above with Quest FMS, must be in good company standing and have a proven track record of performance

* Extensive experience in the food service industry including a vast knowledge of establishing client relations and maintaining long term client relationships

* Exemplary leadership skills

* Expertise of the P&L impact and accounting practices

* Possess excellent training and development skills and extensive opening experience of new accounts (Requires presentation skills where revenue generating ideas and/or menu tastings are presented and discussed)

* Experience with cost controls, sanitation and safety is required

* Strong communication and client management skills

* Solid knowledge of financials

* Responsible for meeting and maintaining state and local certification requirements (Food Service Manager)

* Ability to travel across state lines via automobile and or air as necessary to support out of state client accounts or participate in sales site surveys, etc.

District Manager Full-Time Benefits: 

• Medical, Dental & Vision 
• PTO & Paid Company Holidays 
• 401k with Matching 
• Supplemental Insurance Coverage 
• Other Discounts, Perks, Free Meals & a Great Place to Work! 

There are full-time and part-time positions available. For more information about Quest Food Management Services, please visit our website at https://www.questfms.com/. Learn about the Quest Promise: meaning. balance. recognition.

Quest Food Management Services is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.