General Manager 4 - Food

Sodexo • Boston, MA

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About The Position

Sodexo Corporate Services is seeking a dynamic General Manager 4 to lead a high‑profile, showcase corporate account in Boston, MA. This is an exciting opportunity for a proven hospitality leader who thrives in a fast‑paced, client-facing environment and has a strong passion for catering and special events.
About the Account
The food program features a modern café, coffee bar, and robust catering operation, serving both daily dining needs and large-scale events. Catering is a significant driver of the business, representing with a blend of 60% day-to-day catering services and 40% special events, including a signature large end-of-year holiday event.
Why Sodexo?
At Sodexo, you’ll join a global organization known for innovation, growth opportunities, and a people-first culture. This role offers high visibility, leadership autonomy, and the chance to make a lasting impact at a flagship account.
As the #1 leader on site, the General Manager 4 will have full operational responsibility and serve as the primary liaison to the client. This highly visible role offers the opportunity to showcase innovation, elevate the guest experience, and lead a talented culinary and management team.

Requirements

• Proven experience leading catering-heavy operations (required)
• Strong background in corporate dining, hospitality, or high-end foodservice environments
• Confident client-facing leader with excellent communication and relationship-building skills
• Financially savvy with experience managing budgets and forecasting
• Hands-on leadership style with a passion for developing people and teams
• Organized, adaptable, and energized by special events and showcase environments
• Minimum Education Requirement - Bachelor’s Degree or equivalent experienceMinimum Management Experience – 5 yearsMinimum Functional Experience – 5 years

Responsibilities

• Provide overall leadership and strategic direction for day-to-day foodservice and catering operations
• Build and maintain a strong, trusted client relationship at a high-profile site
• Own full financial/budget management, ensuring financial targets are met
• Lead, coach, and develop a management team of 3 salaried leaders:
• Oversee and engage a team of 8 hourly employees, fostering a positive and performance-driven culture
• Drive exceptional catering execution, from daily meetings to high-impact special events
• Ensure compliance with Sodexo standards, food safety, and quality expectations

Benefits

• 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

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Manager
• Number of Employees: 251-500 employees