Sodexo is seeking an experienced General Manager forone of our Corporate Services accounts located in Summit, NJ. In this highly visible role, you will direct and participate in all of the daily food service operations for our full-service Cafe, Catering and Coffee Service, and an additional satellite micro-market. Responsibilities will include: managing budgets and all unit financials, training and development of the hourly and management teams, strategic planning, payroll, HR functions, catering and direct client interaction and supervision of up to 30 non-union hourly associates and a team of culinary managers.

The successful candidate will have at least 5 years leading food service operations, strong financial acumen, the ability to develop and maintain strong customer relations, computer literacy as well as excellent leadership and communication skills. Prior experience successfully managing a P&L account in a corporate dining setting would be a definite plus for this role!

Key Duties Include:

• Provides team leadership & training
• Controls unit financials
• Directs daily food operations for quality & safety standards
• Supervises day to day activities
• Delegates authority
• Assigns & prioritizes activities
• Monitor operating standards
• Establishes a safe work environment
• Support workplace inclusion activities

We are looking for candidates who have:

• a Bachelors Degree or equivalent experience
• experience managing a management team both front-of-house and back-of-house
• financial acumen, experience with creating and managing budgets
• experience training and directing a talented and diverse staff
• innovation and ability to grow revenue and manage cost
• customer driven and strong track record in organizational development
• superior client relations skills and executive presence
• experience working with food management systems

The salary range for this position is $90-105k annually

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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 - 5 years

Basic Functional Experience - 5 years

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