General Manager 5 - Food

Sodexo Group; Manchester; On-site; GBP 35,000 - 65,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a General Manager to lead culinary and dining teams at a new senior living account. This role offers the chance to oversee daily operations, ensuring high-quality food service while managing a dedicated team. The position emphasizes strong leadership, financial acumen, and a commitment to client satisfaction. With a comprehensive benefits package and a focus on work-life balance, this opportunity is perfect for those passionate about food service management and improving the quality of life for residents. Join a company that values diversity and inclusion, fostering a supportive environment for all employees.

Benefits

Medical, Dental, Vision Care

401(k) Plan with Matching Contributions

Paid Time Off

Career Growth Opportunities

Tuition Reimbursement

Qualifications

• 5+ years of management experience in culinary and dining services.
• Strong financial knowledge of budgets and food ordering.

Responsibilities

• Oversee daily dining operations and manage food service teams.
• Deliver high-quality food service and ensure client satisfaction.

Skills

Management Experience

Culinary Production

Financial Acumen

Leadership Skills

Safety and Sanitation Compliance

Customer Service

Education

Bachelor’s Degree

Tools

Point-of-Sale Systems

Job description

Role Overview

Sodexo - Seniors has an exciting opportunity for a General Manager 5 - Food to lead our culinary and dining teams at a new senior living account in the southern New Hampshire area. The General Manager will oversee the daily dining operations and manage a team of food service managers.

Is this opportunity right for you?

At Sodexo, you will find the ingredients for a great career in food service management. With full benefits that begin on your first day of employment and schedules that encourage work-life balance, you’ll enjoy an improved quality of life that’s unique in the hospitality industry.

What You'll Do

• Have oversight of day-to-day operations (dining room service, trayline, and retail);
• Deliver high-quality food service;
• Implement Sodexo systems and programs, and oversee training of staff;
• Continuously evaluate service to ensure patient and client satisfaction;
• Drive employee engagement and patient satisfaction through strong leadership skills;
• Integrate fully within our client's organization and be a trusted advisor with a customer service focus;
• Achieve company and client financial targets and goals.

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

• Five or more years prior management experience in culinary production and dining services, preferably in a senior living or healthcare setting; a background overseeing multiple dining venues and catered events is an added plus;
• Solid financial acumen, with knowledge of operating budgets, food ordering, inventory, employee scheduling, menu development, and point-of-sale systems;
• Experience as a strategic problem solver who addresses challenges as they arise, and empowers managers and staff to work cohesively and efficiently;
• Leadership skills that drive the development and success of employees; ability to motivate staff to achieve a high level of customer service and attention to detail;
• Strong background in safety and sanitation compliance;
• Ability to work collaboratively with other community leaders; develop and maintain positive client and resident relationships.

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 – 5 years. Minimum Functional Experience – 5 years.