General Manager 5 - Food

Sodexo • Waterford, CT

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About The Position

Creating solutions for everything from dining and nutrition to facilities maintenance and rehabilitative services, Sodexo partners with government agencies and military organizations to improve people’s quality of life and make a positive impact.
Sodexo is seeking a strong General Manager for the United States Coast Guard in New London Connecticut. The General Manager will be responsible for day-to-day oversight of all culinary operations for the Coast Guard Academy Dining Facility.
Ranked among the nation’s most prestigious institutions of higher learning, the Academy is proud to educate future leaders of America’s multi-mission, maritime military force. Each year, approximately 200 graduates are commissioned as Coast Guard officers to help ensure the safety, security, and stewardship of our nation’s waters. This isn’t just college—it’s college with a purpose.

Requirements

• have a work history demonstrating strong employee engagement and leadership skills, as well as previous supervisory experience and the ability to work collaboratively
• have a strong background in safety and sanitation compliance
• have high volume food service experience
• can manage multiple priorities, demonstrate professional communication skills, and have a passion for a high level of customer service
• prioritize tasks and exhibit flexibility to take on additional responsibilities as needed
• Minimum Education Requirement - Bachelor’s Degree or equivalent experience
• Minimum Management Experience – 5 years
• Minimum Functional Experience – 5 years

Nice To Haves

• have contract food service experience, preferred
• have experience managing staff in a union environment, preferred

Responsibilities

• Maintaining positive client relations
• Providing excellent customer service in a welcoming dining environment
• Menu/recipe planning, ordering and inventory
• Food costs/ labor costs, budgets
• Support workplace inclusion activities
• Provide team leadership & training

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
• More extensive information is provided to new employees upon hire.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Manager