Carter Support Services

Resident District Manager (K–12 Food Service)

Location: Salem, Oregon
Industry: Food Service / Education / Healthcare Support
Experience Level: Mid–Senior Level
Employment Type: Full-Time
Education: Bachelor’s Degree or equivalent experience

Presented by Carter Support Services

Position Overview

Carter Support Services is seeking an experienced Resident District Manager to oversee a large and dynamic K–12 school district food service operation in Salem, Oregon. This leadership role is responsible for managing multi-site operations, driving operational excellence, building strong client relationships, and ensuring high-quality food service delivery across dozens of locations serving thousands of students.

The ideal candidate will bring a strong background in K–12 food service operations, team leadership, financial management, and safety compliance, along with the ability to lead large teams in a fast-paced, multi-site environment.

This position offers an exciting opportunity to lead strategic initiatives, drive operational performance, and create a positive dining experience for students and school communities.

Key Responsibilities

Operational Leadership

• Oversee day-to-day food service operations across multiple school locations

• Manage both on-site and remote teams to ensure operational efficiency

• Maintain high standards of food quality, service delivery, and customer satisfaction

Strategic Management

• Develop and execute operational and growth strategies

• Identify opportunities to improve service delivery and operational performance

• Lead initiatives that support district goals and community engagement

Financial Management

• Manage budgets and ensure financial targets are met

• Monitor operational performance and profitability

• Analyze financial and operational reports to drive improvements

Client & Community Relationships

• Serve as the primary liaison between the organization and the school district

• Develop and maintain strong client relationships

• Support community engagement and partnership initiatives

Team Leadership

• Lead, coach, and develop management and operational teams

• Foster a positive and collaborative workplace culture

• Ensure staffing, training, and performance standards are maintained

Compliance & Safety

• Ensure compliance with food safety, sanitation, and regulatory standards

• Maintain operational compliance with company policies and procedures

• Promote a culture of safety and accountability across all locations

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree or equivalent professional experience

• Minimum 5 years of management experience

• Minimum 5 years of functional experience in food service or operations

• Prior experience working in K–12 school food service

• Demonstrated leadership experience managing teams and driving employee engagement

• Culinary production and food service operations experience

• Strong understanding of food safety and sanitation compliance

• Excellent communication and client relationship management skills

• Strong financial and analytical capabilities

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

• Valid driver’s license

Ideal Candidate Profile

The strongest candidates will have:

• Multi-site food service or district-level operational leadership experience

• Strong financial management and budgeting experience

• Proven ability to manage large teams across multiple locations

• Experience working within school districts or institutional dining environments

• Strong relationship-building and client-facing skills

• Excellent organizational and problem-solving abilities