General Manager 5 Food - Schools (Enrollment 10,000 +)

Sodexo•Naperville, IL

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About The Position

Sodexo is seeking a dynamic General Manager 5 - Schools for a potential sale to lead student nutrition services and foodservice operations for large school district in the greater Chicago-Naperville region. This role oversees all USDA‑compliant nutrition programs, driving quality, compliance, and an exceptional student dining experience. The General Manager will guide operational strategy, develop strong teams, and collaborate closely with district leadership to support student nutrition services. If you’re a mission‑driven leader who thrives in a fast‑paced K‑12 environment, this is your opportunity to make a meaningful impact 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. 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.

Requirements

at least two years of relevant school nutrition programs experience with demonstrated experience ensuring USDA guidelines within student nutrition programs, such as the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
ability to direct other leaders in a high-volume business
strong financial acumen and demonstrated ability to manage budgets
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 - Bachelor’s degree
Minimum Management Experience - 4 years
Minimum Functional Experience - 4 years’ experience in management of 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