General Manager 3 - Food

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Role Overview

Sodexo is seeking a hands-on General Manager 2 with a strong culinary background to oversee a multi-concept café and catering operation at a corporate office in Harrisburg, PA. In this role, you will lead both food service operations and a team of 5 frontline employees, ensuring exceptional service and operational efficiency. With total unit responsibility, you'll manage nearly $1 million in annual volume, focusing on customer satisfaction, budgeting, cost control, and compliance. This position combines culinary expertise with strong financial acumen to drive success across the region. Join Sodexo and make an impact every day.

Corporate Services

Sodexo provides our corporate service partners with a diverse range of food services and integrated facilities management possibilities. From restaurants to delivery options, to streamlined operations and cutting-edge technology, Sodexo creates a safe, vibrant, and eco-friendly workplace.

What You'll Do

• Lead and manage operations, analyzing data to drive performance improvements and ensure contract guarantees are met.
• Act as the lead for budget management, financial analysis, and expense tracking to control costs and increase revenue.
• Oversee culinary operations, ensuring high-quality food preparation, innovation, and a focus on health and wellness offerings- this is a hands on Chef role
• Supervise and mentor staff to meet Sodexo objectives, maintain service quality, and foster workplace diversity.
• Plan and execute special events, maintaining cost control and overseeing payroll records.
• Develop and implement strategic plans to support account retention and growth.

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

• Strong culinary background with hands-on experience as a Chef in a fast-paced food service environment.
• Leadership skills to motivate and manage teams while maintaining focus on food quality and customer satisfaction.
• Exceptional customer service skills, interacting daily with corporate executives and clients.
• Financially astute, with expertise in managing budgets and controlling operational costs.
• Adaptable and innovative, able to lead teams through change while promoting a positive work environment.
• Strong communication skills, fostering teamwork and collaboration with staff and clients.

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 experience
Minimum Management Experience - 3 years
Minimum Functional Experience - 3 years