General Manager 5 Food - Schools (Enrollment 2,500 - 9,999)

Sodexo Group; Tampa (FL); On-site; USD 60,000 - 85,000; Full time

Job summary

Sodexo Group is seeking a Child Nutrition General Manager 5 to lead food service for K-12 schools in the Tampa area. This role involves managing operations, team engagement, and client relationships while ensuring compliance with USDA regulations. Ideal candidates possess strong leadership skills, relevant education, and a passion for enhancing student well-being through quality nutrition.

Benefits

Relocation assistance

Annual incentive eligibility

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

Qualifications

• 5+ years in the K-12 sector required.
• Experience managing employees in food service environments.
• Strong background in culinary arts and nutrition.

Responsibilities

• Oversee day-to-day operations of food service at schools.
• Achieve clients' financial targets.
• Manage relationships with school administrators and staff.

Skills

Leadership

Customer Service

Culinary Production

Safety and Sanitation Compliance

Education

Associate’s Degree in food and nutrition, food service management, or related field

Tools

Sodexo Food Management System (FMS)

Job description

Role Overview

Sodexois hiring aChild Nutrition General Manager 5 to oversee a partnership with Idea Charter School system in the Tampa and Jacksonville, FL area, residing in Tampa.The ideal candidate will have 5+ years of experience in the K-12 sector and a thorough understanding of USDA regulations and policies. We are looking for a self-starting leader with an entrepreneurial mindset, focused on boosting student participation and achieving financial goals for both the client and Sodexo. At Sodexo, we deliver food, nutrition, environmental and facilities management solutions to partnered K-12 schools. Joining us at one of our school sites means fostering healthy learning environments and positively influencing the students’ well-being and performance.

Incentives

Relocation assistance and annual incentive eligible

What You'll Do

• have oversight of day-to-day operations, managing employees both on-site and remotely;

• deliver high quality food service;
• achieve company and client financial targets and goals;
• develop and maintain client and customer relationships;
• develop strategic plans;
• create a positive environment;and/or
• 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

• have a work history demonstrating strong employee engagement leadership skills, as well as previous supervisory experience and the ability to work collaboratively;
• have culinary production experience and a strong background in safety and sanitation compliance;
• can manage multiple priorities, demonstrate professional communication skills, and a passion for a high level of customer service;
• prioritize tasks and exhibit flexibility to take on additional responsibilities as needed;and/or
• demonstrate working knowledge of Sodexo Food Management System (FMS) The Market Connection (TMC) and is proficient in computer skills and report management experience.This does not apply to external candidates.
• Valid driver's license required.

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