Regional Vice President (Mid-West & West)

Location

Gilbert, AZ | United States

Job description

FiveStar

We are hiring immediately for a Regional Vice President position.

Location : West Coast and Mid West Accounts

• We are hiring immediately for a Regional Vice President, covering states including but not limited to Texas, Arizona, Kansas, Colorado, Nevada, California, Indiana, Tennessee position.
• Food Service Contracter experience, preferred
• Senior Living, Healthcare or Higher Education Food Service, helpful but not required
• 75% -80% Travel
• Brings a proven track record in contract food services.
• While not mandatory, culinary experience is a big plus, as it contributes to our commitment to excellence.
• Is proficient in Compass Group systems like OMS, MUS, efinance, and myorders, ensuring seamless operations, is preferred but not required
• Excels in written and verbal communication with internal teams and external partners.
• Demonstrates exceptional leadership, training skills, and the ability to influence effectively.
• Is adept at cultivating strong relationships, influencing and inspiring teams.
• Embodies a hands-on leadership style, believing that building robust relationships leads to success.

Positions at this location require proof of COVID-19 vaccination, boosters, and/or regular COVID testing. Where permitted by law, applicants who are offered a position for this location may be asked about their vaccination status, which must meet minimum business requirements. All religious, medical, or other legally recognized exemptions regarding vaccination status will be considered.

Application Deadline: applications are accepted ongoing until all openings are filled for this position. If an applicant is declined due to the position being filled, they may still be considered for future opportunities and are always welcome to reapply.

Diversity of thought and inclusion for all is what drives our success - we invite you to start your journey with us today!

With a marked focus on senior living, FiveStar delivers custom culinary programs centered on diamond service, scratch cooking, and a holistic health & wellness approach to dining. We embrace culinary integrity and innovation to craft invigorating, nourishing, and memorable meals with high quality local, seasonal, and responsibly sourced ingredients and products. As a boutique food and dining management service, we specialize in tailored, creative solutions to serve discerning clients and their clientele nationwide.

Job Summary

Working as the Regional Vice President (RVP) , you will lead, manage, and inspire a team of senior leaders and set the culture for . You'll partner closely with your national peers and the CEO/CFO to deliver on the Five Star Culinary powered by Compass Group mission, support Key Performance Indicators in our dynamic environment, and sustain and grow our business.

Key Responsibilities:

• Leads, manages, and inspires a team of diverse district managers and/or regional directors of operations, and their teams, to provide top-notch service to operations in assigned region
• Drives self and team towards building strong relationships with clients at all levels (local, district, state) and achievement of key performance indicators
• Serves on the nationwide leadership team, influencing and leading nationwide operations, and regularly communicates with peers to share best practices, mitigate risks, champion diversity, and build community
• Owns key regional decisions with team input, weighing risks and rewards along with short- and long-term implications; strategically, thoughtfully, and persuasively communicates based on type of issue
• Sets tone for culture of organization in the region and regularly meets with extended team to ensure full transparency, education, safety, accountability, and alignment
• Serves as representative/brand ambassador of the Five Star Culinary powered by Compass Group team to most senior clients in the region, and acts as escalation point
• Partners with Sales and Retention teams to drive strategy for growth, structuring deals, presenting new business, building relationships with prospective clients, and negotiating key contract terms
• Collaborates with key partners on regional and/or nationwide initiatives
• Champions development within the region; conducts performance evaluations, along with succession planning; has full understanding of all roles within operation
• Owns regional financial results/P&L, and works with leadership team to ensure accuracy for reporting, forecasting, and budgeting processes
• Ensures consistent and fair administration of all policies and procedures
• Recognizes and anticipates marketplace trends; participates in strategic planning meetings

Required Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s or master’s degree from an accredited college or university, or eight (8) years progressive experience in multi-unit foodservice, hospitality management, plant operations management, environmental services, laundry distribution or other Support Services areas in lieu of degree

Preferred Qualifications:

• Strong background in senior leadership roles with experience in contract and budget management, customer service, people development, food services, negotiations, etc.
• Has a proven track record of growing a business and leading large cross-functional teams, along with excellent business and financial acumen
• Has ability to think quickly, analytically, strategically, and accurately
• Shows expert client relationship, influencing, listening, and communications (written and verbal) skills
• Champions inclusion mindset, and is proactive, positive, professional, flexible, and resilient
• Demonstrates initiative, ownership, multi-tasking, prioritization, and organization skills
• Proficient in the use of Microsoft Suite

Extensive travel required in this position

Associates at FiveStar are offered many fantastic benefits.

Both full-time and part-time positions offer the following benefits to associates:

• Retirement Plan
• Associate Shopping Program
• Health and Wellness Programs
• Discount Marketplace
• Identity Theft Protection
• Pet Insurance
• Voluntary Benefits, including Critical Illness Insurance, Accident Insurance, Hospital Indemnity Insurance, Legal Services, and Choice Auto and Home Program

In addition, full-time positions also offer the following benefits to associates:

• Medical
• Dental
• Vision
• Life Insurance/AD
• Disability Insurance
• Commuter Benefits
• Employee Assistance Program
• Flexible Spending Accounts (FSAs)

About Compass Group: Achieving leadership in the foodservice industry

Compass Group is an equal opportunity employer. At Compass, we are committed to treating all Applicants and Associates fairly based on their abilities, achievements, and experience without regard to race, national origin, sex, age, disability, veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity, or any other classification protected by law.

Qualified candidates must be able to perform the essential functions of this position satisfactorily with or without a reasonable accommodation. Disclaimer: this job post is not necessarily an exhaustive list of all essential responsibilities, skills, tasks, or requirements associated with this position. While this is intended to be an accurate reflection of the position posted, the Company reserves the right to modify or change the essential functions of the job based on business necessity. *Los Angeles applicants: Compass Group will consider for employment qualified applicants with criminal histories in a manner consistent with the requirements of the Los Angeles Fair Chance Initiative for Hiring (Ban the Box ordinance).

Req ID: 1273150

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