Retail Manager 3

Success is yours when you collaborate and work hard in our team-based culture.

Sodexo is seeking a Retail Manager 3 for Howard University located in Washington, DC. Over 12,000 Students attend this university for a undergraduate, graduate & doctrine degrees. This position will manage day to day service for our high-volume quick service retail locations & food truck. Primary responsibilities are managing and inspiring our teams to top culinary performance to achieve high student satisfaction survey scores.

THIS POSITION IS NOT REMOTE!!

The successful candidate will:

• have oversight of day-to-day operations in multiple Food Retail venues.
• deliver high quality food service while engaging with students;
• be a hands-on leader, team player;
• provide excellent customer service – leading a team while maintaining a clean, safe environment;
• lead frontline teams, mentoring them in accurate cash handling, operations, open and closing processes; and
• train and manage department HACCP Safety Programs, Sodexo programs and daily operation standards.

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 at least 2-3 years food management experience with a focus on front of the house retail operations, catering/banquet management experience is a plus;
• has strong understanding of POS systems, cash handling management and computer software 
• 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
• have prior experience promoting national brands in a campus environment; and
• demonstrate proven client relationship and customer service skills.

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.

Working for Sodexo:
At Sodexo, you will find the ingredients for a great career in food service management specializing in Retail Management. With benefits including schedules that encourage work-life balance and continuing education opportunities, you’ll enjoy an improved quality of life that’s unique in the hospitality industry.

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.

Basic Education Requirement - Associate's Degree or equivalent experience
Basic Management Experience - 2 years
Basic Functional Experience – 1 year of work experience in concessions, retail sales, or store operations

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