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General Manager 3 - Food

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Sodexo

General Manager 3 - Food

Tuscaloosa, AL

Unit Description

You provide an experience that goes beyond the meal. It's about how they feel when they're your guest - from the time they walk into the café, to the time they leave.

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This account will fall under the SodexoMAGIC portfolio of business.

We are SodexoMagic!

In 2006, Sodexo, Inc. joined forces with Magic Johnson Enterprises which resulted in a joint venture called SodexoMagic. By leveraging the power of business entrepreneur and NBA all-star, Earvin "Magic" Johnson's brand with Sodexo's extensive portfolio of quality-of-life offerings, SodexoMagic effectively provides flexible, innovative, and comprehensive service solutions that have a broad consumer appeal to the marketplace. This strategic alliance, 51% owned by Earvin "Magic" Johnson and 49% owned by Sodexo, Inc., allows for an unrivaled partnership in providing creative dining and facilities management solutions.

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At SodexoMagic, we sustain and empower communities everywhere through healthy food and exceptional services. We stand with our employees and partners to ensure quality, safeguard wellness and create a just and more equitable future for all people. SodexoMAGIC offers our dedicated services via these segments: Corporate Services, Hospitals, K-12 Schools, Universities, and Airline Lounges. We are in search of our next "Magic Maker" at the following location:

SodexoMagic is seeking a General Manager 3, a leader for our newly acquired Stillman College Dining Operations, in Tuscaloosa, Alabama. Stillman College is an HBCU in Tuscaloosa, Alabama. Seeking a proven Leader to oversee the SodexoMagic operations on campus. Currently, this location serves students in the Magnolia Cafe, the Resident Dining Hall on campus, which will undergo a renovation the summer of '25. As the enrollment grows, the university would like to have retail options added to the Dining Services on Campus. In addition to the traditional meal plan during the academic year, the college hosts multiple summer camps and has onsite catered events. Strong Leadership, Client Relations, Marketing and Innovative skills are needed to be successful in this position. Come join us, and help us enhance the experience for the Stillman student body.

The successful candidate will:

  • have oversight of day-to-day operations;
  • 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.

Is this opportunity right for you? We are looking for candidates who:

  • 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.

To learn more about SodexoMagic and read a message from Earvin "Magic" Johnson himself, click here.

Sodexo offers a full array of benefits including paid time off, holidays, medical, dental, vision, 401K and access to ongoing training and development programs, tuition reimbursement, plus health and wellness programs.

Not the job for you?

We offer Food Service Management positions in a variety of business segments, including Corporate, Schools, Universities, Government and Agencies, Healthcare, Senior Living and Sports and Leisure locations across the United States. Continue your search for Food Service Manage

Working for Sodexo:
At Sodexo, you will find the ingredients for a great culinary career. With benefits including schedules that encourage work-life balance, reimbursement of association dues and continuing education opportunities, you'll enjoy an improved quality of life that's unique in the hospitality industry.

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.

Qualifications & Requirements

Basic Education Requirement - Bachelor's Degree or equivalent experience
Basic Management Experience - 3 years
Basic Functional Experience - 3 years

Sodexo is an EEO/AA/Minority/Female/Disability/Veteran employer.

Client-provided location(s): Tuscaloosa, AL, USA
Job ID: Sodexo-28731744
Employment Type: Other