Location: Greater Portland, Oregon Area / Salem, OR

About the Role

A leading food services organization is seeking a strategic and energetic Resident District Manager to oversee a large K–12 school district in the Salem, Oregon area. This leadership role supports one of the largest school districts in the state, serving more than 43,000 students across 64 locations.

The Resident District Manager will lead overall district operations, growth strategy, community engagement, and team development. This is an excellent opportunity for a strong operator who thrives in a fast-paced, high-impact environment and is passionate about delivering exceptional food service within K–12 education.

Key Responsibilities

• Oversee day-to-day food service operations across multiple locations, managing employees both on-site and remotely

• Ensure delivery of high-quality food service programs

• Drive financial performance and achieve client and organizational goals

• Build and maintain strong client and customer relationships

• Develop and execute strategic plans for operational growth and service excellence

• Foster a positive team culture and ensure standards, policies, and procedures are met

• Oversee budget development, profitability, staff training, and performance management

• Serve as the primary liaison between district operations and organizational leadership/resources

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree or equivalent experience

• Minimum 5 years of management experience

• Minimum 5 years of functional experience

• Prior experience working in K–12

• Strong leadership background with a proven track record of employee engagement and supervision

• Culinary production experience

• Strong knowledge of safety and sanitation compliance

• Excellent communication, collaboration, and customer service skills

• Ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment

• Valid driver’s license required

Preferred Background

• Strong financial acumen and analytical skills

• Experience developing strategic plans and managing complex multi-site operations

• Proficiency with food service management systems, reporting tools, and computer applications

• Knowledge of Food Management System (FMS) and The Market Connection (TMC) is preferred; this requirement does not apply to external candidates

 

 

 

BSD Business Consulting
recruiting@bsdbusinessconsulting.com
203-457-6554