General Manager 4 - Food

Let your passion for people be the driver of your success at Sodexo. Through your leadership, your team will make a real impact every day.

Sodexo Corporate Services is seeking a General Manager - Food for a high-profile client located in Chicago, IL. The ideal candidate must have catering experience.

This position offers a predominately Monday through Friday schedule.

We are looking for candidates who will:

• have oversight of day-to-day operations 
• deliver high quality food service
• implement Sodexo systems and programs, and oversee training of staff
• continuously evaluates service to ensure student and client satisfaction
• drive employee engagement and student satisfaction through strong leadership skills
• integrate fully within our client's organization and be a trusted advisor with a customer service focus
• achieve company and client financial targets and goals
• develop and maintain strong client and customer relationships
• develop strategic plans
• create a positive environment
• ensure Sodexo Standards are met

The ideal candidate will have:

• two or more years previous food service management experience ideally in hospitality or high end restaurants
• strong financial skills
• a strong background in safety and sanitation compliance;
• 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;
• knowledge of compliance to food safety, sanitation, and overall workplace safety standards;
• the ability to prioritize tasks and exhibit flexibility to take on additional responsibilities as needed.

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.

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.

Minimum Education Requirement - Bachelor’s Degree or equivalent experience  
Minimum Management Experience - 5 years              
Minimum Functional Experience - 5 years