General Manager 5 Food - Schools (Enrollment 2,500 - 9,999)

Sodexo • Hartford, CT

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About The Position

Sodexo is seeking an innovative General Manager 5 to manage the food programs at East Hartford Public Schools . This role oversees the district's USDA-compliant breakfast and lunch programs, ensuring nutritious, high-quality meals for all students through the Community Eligibility Program. We prioritize health and wellness by sourcing fresh, local produce and specialty items whenever possible. The General Manager will lead efforts to enhance service, maintain compliance, and deliver an exceptional dining experience for students. If you're passionate about leadership, community, and creating positive change, join us and make a difference 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

• 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 - 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

• 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

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
• Education Level: Associate degree
• Number of Employees: 5,001-10,000 employees