General Manager 3 Food - Schools (Enrollment 2,500-9,999)

Role Overview

Sodexo is seeking a General Manager 3 for our K-12 schools partnership with North Wasco School District in The Dalles, OR. We are looking for innovative leaders that have the ability to bring the next level to student food services. The selected candidate will be responsible for implementing Sodexo programs and systems, and will provide operational and financial over-site to the food and nutrition department within this school district. This position also requires someone that has a strong financial acumen, ability to communicate effectively, and be able to respond to the needs of district administration, staff, employees as well as parents, students and community. Associates Degree required. Experience managing Oregon Child Nutrition programs highly preferred. 

What You'll Do

• Have oversight of day-to-day operations;
• Create a positive working environment;
• Have a strong financial acumen and achieve company and client financial targets and goals;
• Have experience managing multiple locations;
• Integrate fully within our client’s organization becoming a trusted adviser and member of the account's leadership team;
• Develop and execute a strategy to accelerate business growth;
• Create an exceptional student experience through marketing, menu design, and food quality; and
• Lead and motivate the management team, inspiring strategic direction;
• Ensure the fulfillment of all contract commitments;
• Sustain client satisfaction and retention; and
• Maintain strong employee relations.

What We Offer

Compensation is fair and equitable, partially determined by a candidate's education level or years of relevant experience. Salary offers are based on a candidate's specific criteria, like experience, skills, education, and training. Sodexo offers a comprehensive benefits package that may include:

• Medical, Dental, Vision Care and Wellness Programs
• 401(k) Plan with Matching Contributions
• Paid Time Off and Company Holidays
• Career Growth Opportunities and Tuition Reimbursement

More extensive information is provided to new employees upon hire.

What You Bring

• Have a work history demonstrating strong employee engagement leadership skills, as well as previous supervisory experience and the ability to work collaboratively;
• Has experience working within K-12 services and National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
• Can manage multiple priorities, demonstrate professional communication skills, and a passion for a high level of customer service; and
• Prioritize tasks and exhibit flexibility to take on additional responsibilities.
• A valid driver's license is required.

Who We Are

At Sodexo, our purpose is to create a better everyday for everyone and build a better life for all. We believe in improving the quality of life for those we serve and contributing to the economic, social, and environmental progress in the communities where we operate. Sodexo partners with clients to provide a truly memorable experience for both customers and employees alike. We do this by providing food service, catering, facilities management, and other integrated solutions worldwide.

Our company values you for you; you will be treated fairly and with respect, and you can be yourself. You will have your ideas count and your opinions heard because we can be a stronger team when you’re happy at work. This is why we embrace diversity and inclusion as core values, fostering an environment where all employees are valued and respected. We are committed to providing equal employment opportunities to individuals regardless of race, color, religion, national origin, age, sex, gender identity, pregnancy, disability, sexual orientation, military status, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by applicable federal, state, or local law. If you need assistance with the application process, please complete this form.

Qualifications & Requirements

Minimum Education Requirement - Associate’s degree with academic major in food and nutrition, food service management, dietetics, family and consumer sciences, nutrition education, culinary arts, business, or a related field

Minimum Management Experience - 3 years

Minimum Functional Experience - 4 years of relevant school nutrition programs experience