General Manager 3 Food - Schools

Sodexo•Sullivan, IN

About The Position

Sodexo is seeking a General Manager 3 to lead food services for Southwest Community Schools in Sullivan, Indiana. This role is ideal for a leader who is passionate about K‑12 dining and motivated by making a meaningful daily impact on students, staff, and the broader school community. As the GM, you will oversee all aspects of the food service program while shaping a positive and engaging dining experience across the district. You’ll lead and develop on‑site teams, strengthen client and school partnerships, and ensure programs consistently deliver quality, efficiency, and innovation. Beyond day‑to‑day operations, this role offers the opportunity to drive continuous improvement, elevate service standards, and build a culture of pride and accountability. 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.

Requirements

ability to direct other leaders in a high-volume business
have strong financial acumen and P&L background
experience driving employee engagement and student satisfaction through strong leadership skills
knowledge of client contracts and ability to ensure compliance
can manage multiple priorities, demonstrate professional communication skills, and a passion for a high level of customer service
Minimum Education Requirement - High School Diploma or GED
Minimum Management Experience - 3 years
Minimum Functional Experience - 4 years of relevant experience in school nutrition programs

Responsibilities

have exceptional client service mentality and executive presence
support a diverse and inclusive workforce
develop exceptional client relations and ensure the campus food service program goals align with client needs
achieve company and client financial targets and goals
integrate fully within our client's organization and be a trusted advisor with a customer service focus
create a positive work environment