General Manager 4 Food - Schools (Enrollment 2,500-9,999)

Role Overview

Sodexo School Servicesis seeking a highly motivated General Manager for K12 Food Service operations for Geary County Schools. Candidates must possess strong organizational skills, client relationships, budgetary management and employee relations. This role will be responsible for day-to-day food service operations including but not limited to supply management, menu development, employee engagement, HR and training along with full budgetary responsibilities. Candidates must be proficient in MS Office, point of sales systems, nutritional software, and USDA NSLP regulations.

Our General Manager will have operational and financial over-site for the food and nutrition department. Candidates must have the knowledge & insight on how to lead staff members to ensure operational efficiency. This position also requires someone who 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. Must be able to provide strong leadership and direction to the food service department with a focus on providing innovative and high-quality programs.

What You'll Do

• have oversight of day-to-day operations;
• create a positive working environment;
• have a strong financial acumen andachieve 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 accounts 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

• Solid work history demonstrating strong employee engagement leadership skills, as well as previous supervisory experience and the ability to work collaboratively
• Prior experience working within K-12 services and National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
• Ability to successfully manage multiple priorities, professional communication skills, and a passion for a high level of customer service

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