MGR, DISTRICT MARKETING - UNIVERSITY OF KENTUCKY - LEXINGTON, KY
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As the leading foodservice and support services company, Compass Group USA is known for our great people, great service and our great results. If you’ve been hungry and away from home, chances are you’ve tasted Compass Group’s delicious food and experienced our outstanding service. We have over 284,000 US associates who work in award-winning restaurants, corporate cafes, hospitals, schools, arenas, museums, and more in all 50 states. Our reach is constantly expanding to shape the industry and create new opportunities for innovation. Join the Compass family today!
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Job Summary
Join Compass Group North America — Be Part of a Transformational Partnership!
Compass Group is proud to announce an exciting new partnership with the University of Kentucky (UK), launching July 1, 2026—and we’re looking for talented individuals to help bring this innovative, integrated services model to life.
This long-term collaboration reflects a bold vision to align and strengthen services across UK’s campus, healthcare system, and athletics programs. By bringing together foodservice, hospitality, facilities management, and healthcare support, we are building a more connected and dynamic environment that enhances the experience for students, staff, patients, and the broader community.
If you’re passionate about innovation, service excellence, and being part of something bigger, we invite you to explore career opportunities with Compass at the University of Kentucky.
The District Marketing Manager role is an exceptionally outstanding opportunity to lead and innovate within a dynamic marketing landscape. You will drive field marketing strategies and support growth, retention, and innovation efforts, making a tangible impact on our campus communities.
Key Responsibilities
- Lead units in completing marketing promotions, voluntary meal plan campaigns, and catering and retail sales drivers.
- Ensure adherence to Chartwells’ residential, retail, and catering brand standards, including brand identity, visual merchandising, and guest experience platforms.
- Collaborate with campus communities to improve partnerships and support awareness of dining programs, including sustainability, nutritional and dietary awareness, and the residential dining experience.
- Coordinate the execution of events and guest feedback programs.
- Develop marketing collateral and communication pieces, such as brochures, newsletters, programming announcements, and promotional guides.
- Support new business and retention efforts through guest feedback, proposal development, and presentations.
- Contribute to the development and execution of sector marketing and innovation initiatives.
Preferred Qualifications
- BS degree or equivalent experience in Marketing, Culinary, Hospitality, or Hotel Management preferred.
- Minimum of three years of marketing management experience, with a preference for contract foodservice experience.
- Interpersonal skills to influence without direct authority, ensuring high standards and accountability across the field.
- Strong presentation skills, capable of addressing content with various collaborators, from regional support levels to field and front-line associates.
- Diligent with strong writing skills to craft and maintain brand materials and voice.
- Basic understanding of financial components in contract food service, including revenue, margin, costs, and risks.
Apply to Compass Group today!
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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. We will consider for employment all qualified applicants, including those with a criminal history (including relevant driving history), in a manner consistent with all applicable federal, state, and local laws, including the City of Los Angeles’ Fair Chance Initiative for Hiring Ordinance, the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance, and the New York Fair Chance Act. We encourage applicants with a criminal history (and driving history) to apply.
Compass Corporate maintains a drug-free workplace.
Applications are accepted on an ongoing basis.
Associates at Corporate are offered many fantastic benefits.
- Medical
- Dental
- Vision
- Life Insurance/ AD
- Disability Insurance
- Retirement Plan
- Paid Time Off
- Paid Parental Leave
- Holiday Time Off (varies by site/state)
- Personal Leave
- Associate Shopping Program
- Health and Wellness Programs
- Discount Marketplace
- Identity Theft Protection
- Pet Insurance
- Commuter Benefits
- Employee Assistance Program
- Flexible Spending Accounts (FSAs)
Associates may also be eligible for paid and/or unpaid time off benefits in accordance with applicable federal, state, and local laws. For positions in Washington State, Maryland, or to be performed Remotely, click here or copy/paste the link below for paid time off benefits information.
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Req ID: 1533876
Compass Corporate
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