General Manager 3 – Food

Sodexo; Manassas (VA); On-site; USD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, Dental, Vision

401(k) Plan with Matching

Paid Time Off & Holidays

Career Growth & Tuition Reimbursement

Job summary

Sodexo Senior Living seeks a General Manager 3, Food to lead dining operations at Birmingham Green in Manassas, VA. The role involves hands-on leadership of a team of ~30 hourly staff and one manager, ensuring high-quality service for 300 residents across dining rooms and room service.

We value a CDM or willingness to obtain within one year, strong leadership, and collaboration with clients. Compensation reflects education and experience with a comprehensive benefits package.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree or equivalent experience.
• Minimum 3 years of food service management experience at a director/general manager level, ideally in healthcare.
• Willingness to obtain CDM certification within one year.

Responsibilities

• Oversee daily dining operations and staff (approx. 30 hourly staff).
• Deliver high-quality food service and dining experience for residents.
• Achieve client financial targets for fee account.
• Develop and maintain client relationships.
• Create strategic plans for operations.
• Ensure Sodexo Standards are met.

Skills

Leadership

Hospitality

Communication

Prioritization

Sodexo FMS

Computer skills

Education

Bachelor’s Degree or equivalent experience

Tools

Sodexo FMS

Job description

Role Overview

Sodexo Senior Living is seeking a General Manager 3, Food , to lead dining operations at Birmingham Green in Manassas, Virginia, near by Front Royal. This 300‑resident assisted living and skilled nursing community features dining room service and tray service to room .

The General Manager will be hands-on and oversee a team of one manager and approximately 30 hourly staff. Responsibilities include full oversight of daily food service operations, ensuring exceptional food quality, service standards, and a positive dining experience for residents. A dietary manager certification (CDM) is needed or must be willing to obtain.

What You’ll Do

• have oversight of daily dining operations;
• deliver high-quality food service;
• achieve company and client financial targets and goals (fee account);
• develop and maintain strong client and customer relationships;
• develop strategic plans;
• create a positive environment; and
• ensure Sodexo Standards are met.

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

• three or more years previous food service management experience at a director/ general manager level, ideally in a healthcare environment;
• a dietary manager’s certification (CDM)or equivalent is needed or must be willing to obtain within one year;
• a work history demonstrating strong leadership and hospitality skills and the ability to work collaboratively;
• the ability to manage multiple priorities, demonstrate professional communication skills, and a passion for a high level of customer service;
• the ability to prioritize tasks and exhibit flexibility to take on additional responsibilities as needed; and
• working knowledge of Sodexo Food Management Systems (FMS) and Market Connections (MSC), and is proficient in computer skills and report management experience.

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.

Qualifications & Requirements

Minimum Education Requirement – Bachelor’s Degree or equivalent experienceMinimum Management Experience – 3 yearsMinimum Functional Experience – 3 years