Matt Pray
District Manager @American Dining Creations
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WORK HISTORY
District Manager @American Dining Creations
As a District Manager, I provide strategic leadership and operational oversight across multiple foodservice locations, ensuring excellence in guest experience, financial performance, and team development. I partner closely with on-site leaders to drive accountability, elevate standards, and execute company initiatives with consistency and care.My role focuses on building high-performing teams, optimizing operations, and fostering a culture rooted in service, integrity, and continuous improvement. I balance hands-on support with data-driven decision-making to ensure each location operates efficiently while staying aligned with organizational goals.Key areas of focus include: • Multi-unit operational leadership and performance management • Coaching, developing, and mentoring leaders and frontline teams • Driving financial results, budgeting, and cost controls • Ensuring food safety, quality, and brand standards • Strengthening client relationships and on-site partnerships • Executing strategic initiatives and process improvementsI’m passionate about developing people, creating sustainable systems, and leading with purpose to deliver meaningful results for both teams and guests.
EDUCATION
Kansas State University
Bachelor of Business Administration - BBA, Marketing/Marketing Management, General
Rock Creek High School
High School Diploma
SKILLS
ABOUT MATT PRAY
Passionate and purpose-driven senior leader in the Food & Beverage industry, known for building strong, strategic relationships and empowering high-performing teams.I lead with emotional intelligence and believe the best results come from investing in people first. By fostering a culture rooted in inclusion, authenticity, and purpose—not just profit—I create environments where teams thrive and business follows. I’m driven by a commitment to long-term impact over short-term gain, always seeking win-win solutions that move the needle while sustaining growth for the \"infinite game.\"If you\'re looking to connect around leadership, team development, or mission-aligned business strategy, I’d love to talk.
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