Resident District Manager | Higher Education Dining

 

Location: Pennsylvania

Salary: $135,000 - $150,000

Other Compensation: 30% Annual Incentive Bonus; Relocation Assistance (valued up to $25,000).

 

Position Summary: CRG is seeking an experienced Resident District Manager to lead a large, multi-unit dining account at a prestigious private university in the Pittsburgh area. This is a high-impact leadership role responsible for overseeing daily operations, driving strategic outcomes, and serving as the primary liaison with university partners.

The Resident District Manager will be accountable for financial performance, client satisfaction, team development, and operational excellence across all campus dining venues. This position offers the opportunity to shape the future of campus dining at a flagship account within the company’s national portfolio.

 

Company Summary: Our global Fortune 500 client is a world-class food service provider with a strong presence across the nation. Celebrating over 30 years in North America, this employee-focused company has received honors for diversity and inclusion, innovation, health and wellness, and company culture. CRG has successfully placed over 300 employees within the last 7 years within this organization, known for its continuous growth opportunities, fantastic benefits package, innovative technology, flexible work environment, and collaborative culture.

 

Key Responsibilities:

• Lead and inspire a diverse team across multiple food service units, delivering exceptional service to clients, students, and campus guests.
• Build and maintain strong client relationships; serve as a trusted partner and point of contact for all account-related matters.
• Drive performance in key areas including profitability, safety, sustainability, and employee engagement.
• Develop team members through ongoing feedback, coaching, performance evaluations, and succession planning.
• Oversee all facets of foodservice operations including culinary, marketing, nutrition, and compliance.
• Ensure compliance with federal, state, local, and company policies, including health and safety standards.
• Own the account’s financial results including budgeting, forecasting, and reporting in collaboration with senior leadership.
• Identify opportunities for service innovation, cross-selling, and long-term growth within the account.

Qualifications:

• 5+ years of senior leadership experience in contract foodservice within a higher education environment.
• Proven ability to lead complex, high-volume operations with a focus on customer experience and financial outcomes.
• Strong business acumen, with a track record of exceeding operational and financial targets.
• Exceptional presentation, communication, organizational, and problem-solving skills.

Benefits:

• Paid Time Off and Holiday Time Off (varies by site/state).
• Retirement Plan.
• Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance.
• Life and AD&D Insurance.
• Disability Insurance.
• Flexible Spending Accounts (FSAs).
• Pet Insurance.
• Commuter Benefits.
• Associate Shopping Program.
• Health and Wellness Programs.
• Discount Marketplace.
• Identity Theft Protection.
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP).

Category Code: JN037, JN035