Compass Group
Regional Director- Garden Grove, CA
Compass Group, Garden Grove, California, United States, 92641
Pay Range:
$158,000 - $198,000 / year
Internal Employee Referral Bonus Available
The advertised program is a conversational recruiting assistant that helps you apply to jobs with Compass Group. Message frequency varies. Message and data rates may apply. Text STOP to opt out or HELP for help. Terms and conditions: http://olivia.paradox.ai/moSkg
About Canteen: Canteen brings break time to everyone. We combine food, service, and experience backed by industry-leading technology to help companies create a better workplace and connect their employees. Canteen’s solutions include markets, office coffee and snacks, unattended retail, and culinary. Our people are at the heart of everything we do. Their dedication, collaboration, and passion fuel our growth. Interested in joining our team? You bring the enthusiasm, customer service, and commitment; we’ll supply the opportunity and innovation. Together, we’ll continue to transform our industry.
Come for the job, stay for the career. We are Canteen.
Job Summary The Regional Director leads refreshment and pantry service operations across Southern California, including Garden Grove, Santa Fe Springs, and Commerce. This role oversees the full supply chain lifecycle—from warehouse operations and inventory management to last-mile delivery and client site execution. You’ll guide high-performing teams to deliver exceptional service, drive operational excellence, and ensure cost-effective, quality-driven outcomes. Ideal for a logistics-savvy, people-focused leader with a hospitality mindset.
Core Responsibilities Operations & Logistics
Oversee multi-site warehouse and delivery operations
Ensure inventory accuracy, route efficiency, and safety compliance
Manage fleet operations and logistics systems for real-time visibility
Improve fulfillment, delivery timeliness, and productivity
Financial Oversight
Own regional P&L and budget performance
Forecast revenue, manage costs, and improve margins
Analyze financials to reduce waste and boost ROI
Team Leadership
Lead and develop warehouse managers, supervisors, and delivery teams
Foster a culture of accountability, safety, and continuous improvement
Promote engagement, retention, and operational discipline
Client Success
Serve as executive contact for key clients
Support onboarding and regional growth with sales and client teams
Monitor satisfaction and lead service improvement initiatives
Strategic Initiatives
Collaborate with senior leaders and peers to scale best practices
Lead projects in automation, system upgrades, and fleet modernization
Champion change management across regional operations
Qualifications Required
Bachelor’s degree or equivalent experience
5+ years in multi-site operations (warehousing, logistics, distribution)
P&L and budget management experience
Strong knowledge of WMS, inventory, and delivery systems
Proven leadership of large, distributed teams
Analytical, collaborative, and tech-savvy
Willingness to travel regionally
Preferred
Experience in route-based services
Background in hospitality, office coffee, or food distribution
Familiarity with logistics platforms and fleet tracking
Success Profile
Improves operational efficiency and delivery accuracy
Builds high-performing, safety-conscious teams
Strengthens client relationships through reliable service
Leads innovation and process optimization across the regional network
Benefits
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
Medical
Dental
Vision
Life Insurance/AD
Disability Insurance
Commuter Benefits
Employee Assistance Program
Flexible Spending Accounts (FSAs)
Paid and/or unpaid time off benefits in accordance with applicable federal, state, and local laws
Compensation Statement Associates at Canteen are offered many fantastic benefits. Full-time positions also offer the following benefits to associates.
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.
Applications are accepted on an ongoing basis.
Canteen maintains a drug-free workplace.
Req ID: 1476156
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$158,000 - $198,000 / year
Internal Employee Referral Bonus Available
The advertised program is a conversational recruiting assistant that helps you apply to jobs with Compass Group. Message frequency varies. Message and data rates may apply. Text STOP to opt out or HELP for help. Terms and conditions: http://olivia.paradox.ai/moSkg
About Canteen: Canteen brings break time to everyone. We combine food, service, and experience backed by industry-leading technology to help companies create a better workplace and connect their employees. Canteen’s solutions include markets, office coffee and snacks, unattended retail, and culinary. Our people are at the heart of everything we do. Their dedication, collaboration, and passion fuel our growth. Interested in joining our team? You bring the enthusiasm, customer service, and commitment; we’ll supply the opportunity and innovation. Together, we’ll continue to transform our industry.
Come for the job, stay for the career. We are Canteen.
Job Summary The Regional Director leads refreshment and pantry service operations across Southern California, including Garden Grove, Santa Fe Springs, and Commerce. This role oversees the full supply chain lifecycle—from warehouse operations and inventory management to last-mile delivery and client site execution. You’ll guide high-performing teams to deliver exceptional service, drive operational excellence, and ensure cost-effective, quality-driven outcomes. Ideal for a logistics-savvy, people-focused leader with a hospitality mindset.
Core Responsibilities Operations & Logistics
Oversee multi-site warehouse and delivery operations
Ensure inventory accuracy, route efficiency, and safety compliance
Manage fleet operations and logistics systems for real-time visibility
Improve fulfillment, delivery timeliness, and productivity
Financial Oversight
Own regional P&L and budget performance
Forecast revenue, manage costs, and improve margins
Analyze financials to reduce waste and boost ROI
Team Leadership
Lead and develop warehouse managers, supervisors, and delivery teams
Foster a culture of accountability, safety, and continuous improvement
Promote engagement, retention, and operational discipline
Client Success
Serve as executive contact for key clients
Support onboarding and regional growth with sales and client teams
Monitor satisfaction and lead service improvement initiatives
Strategic Initiatives
Collaborate with senior leaders and peers to scale best practices
Lead projects in automation, system upgrades, and fleet modernization
Champion change management across regional operations
Qualifications Required
Bachelor’s degree or equivalent experience
5+ years in multi-site operations (warehousing, logistics, distribution)
P&L and budget management experience
Strong knowledge of WMS, inventory, and delivery systems
Proven leadership of large, distributed teams
Analytical, collaborative, and tech-savvy
Willingness to travel regionally
Preferred
Experience in route-based services
Background in hospitality, office coffee, or food distribution
Familiarity with logistics platforms and fleet tracking
Success Profile
Improves operational efficiency and delivery accuracy
Builds high-performing, safety-conscious teams
Strengthens client relationships through reliable service
Leads innovation and process optimization across the regional network
Benefits
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
Medical
Dental
Vision
Life Insurance/AD
Disability Insurance
Commuter Benefits
Employee Assistance Program
Flexible Spending Accounts (FSAs)
Paid and/or unpaid time off benefits in accordance with applicable federal, state, and local laws
Compensation Statement Associates at Canteen are offered many fantastic benefits. Full-time positions also offer the following benefits to associates.
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.
Applications are accepted on an ongoing basis.
Canteen maintains a drug-free workplace.
Req ID: 1476156
#J-18808-Ljbffr