General Manager 4 Food - Schools
About The Position
Sodexo is seeking an experienced General Manager 4 to manage a comprehensive K‑12 nutrition program for a growing Florida school district located in Arcadia, Florida—just minutes from beautiful Punta Gorda and the Gulf Coast. In this role, you will guide daily operations, enhance program quality, and support a committed team. This district serves just over 5,000 students across 6 school locations with a dedicated team of 45 employees, and the client is seeking an enhanced, forward‑thinking program that delivers excellence every day. You’ll collaborate closely with district partners to deliver safe, nutritious, and engaging dining experiences that positively impact students every day. 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
- Strong leadership experience in food service or K‑12 operations
- Ability to create, manage, and analyze budgets effectively
- Experience developing teams and improving operational processes
- Knowledge of USDA Child Nutrition Program requirements
- Strong communication and client‑relationship skills
- ServSafe Certification
- Minimum Education Requirement – Associate’s degree, with academic major in food and nutrition, food service management, dietetics, family and consumer sciences, nutrition education, culinary arts, business, or a related field
- Minimum Management Experience - 3 years
- Minimum Functional Experience - 4 years of relevant school nutrition programs experience
Responsibilities
- Lead daily food service operations across six school locations, ensuring quality, safety, and compliance
- Develop, mentor, and empower a dedicated team of 45 employees
- Partner closely with district leadership to enhance program performance and student satisfaction
- Implement innovative solutions to drive operational efficiency and program growth
- Manage financial performance, including forecasting, cost control, and reporting
- Ensure an excellent dining experience aligned with district goals and community 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
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Manager
Education Level
Associate degree
