General Manager 5 - Food

Role Overview

What You'll Do

• Provide general oversight and leadership for assigned operations, ensuring effective execution of business goals
• Support financial performance through basic budgeting, forecasting, and cost-awareness practices
• Foster a positive, professional work environment that emphasizes collaboration, accountability, and service excellence
• Partner with internal stakeholders to support operational consistency and continuous improvement initiatives
• Ensure services are delivered in alignment with applicable standards, policies, and regulatory requirements
• Maintain a visible leadership presence and support team engagement and development effortsIdentify opportunities for operational efficiencies and enhanced service delivery

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

• Proven experience as a General Manager or senior food service leader in a high‑volume retail environment
• Healthcare food service experience strongly preferred, with working knowledge of patient, retail, and catering operations
• Sodexo experience preferred, with familiarity in company systems, standards, and client expectations
• Demonstrated success in revenue growth, particularly catering and retail innovation

• Strong financial acumen, including P&L ownership, labor optimization, and budget management

• Executive presence with excellent communication, relationship‑building, and leadership skills

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 - Bachelor’s Degree or equivalent experienceMinimum Management Experience – 5 yearsMinimum Functional Experience – 5 years