General Manager, Executive Dining & Events - Corporate Services (40253001)
About The Position
Grow your career with a company that shares your passion! Our Corporate Services Division has an exciting new opportunity to join the Sodexo team as our next General Manager, Executive Dining & Events. Availability to work a flexible schedule, with the possibility of occasional evening shifts, is required to oversee our executive dining operations. At Sodexo, we go beyond traditional workplace solutions to create environments where employees thrive. From innovative culinary programs that bring daily delight to integrated facilities management that fosters productivity and well-being, our team plays a vital role in shaping thriving workplaces. Our purpose is to create a better everyday for everyone to build a better life for all. As the global leader in services that improve the Quality of Life, we operate in 55 countries, serving over 100 million consumers each day through our unique combination of On-Site Food and FM Services, Benefits & Rewards Services and Personal & Home Services.
Requirements
- Post-Secondary Degree or Diploma in Hospitality or related field
- 5+ years of Management experience in Food and Beverage
- 1+ year of Fine Dining experience
- Expertise in wine, including selection and service
- Extensive Food and Beverage Operations knowledge
- Experience managing a budget and unit financials (Food & Labour Cost) is required
- Ability to build, lead, and develop a strong team
- Customer Focus
- Strong organizational and time management skills
- Competent computer skills, particularly with Microsoft Office Suite
- Excellent interpersonal and communication skills, both oral and written
- Strong problem solving skills
Responsibilities
- Responsible for leading a team of employees and successfully coordinating and directing on the floor food service activities
- Direct daily food service operations including menu evaluation and planning, purchasing, inventory, receiving, food preparation and storage
- Establish and maintain a solid and mutually beneficial business relationship including high levels of client and customer satisfaction and account retention
- Develop a business plan for the client that establishes a rapport, promotes partnership and fulfills the clients’ needs and expectations
- Accountable for the execution of product and service quality by maintaining highest level of delivery
- Ensure the achievement of financial goals particularly around labor and F&B costs; and strategically develop efficiencies in the operation
- Develop new and emerging business solutions for sustained growth and effective day-to-day operations
- Promote and support workplace diversity initiatives
- Establish a safe work environment for employees by performing safety audits and inspections, conducting safety-related training, and maintaining on-going communication with employees
- Communicate with vendors, ensure ordering is completed accurately and in a timely manner
- Scheduling and payroll
Benefits
- Competitive compensation & great employee benefits
- Training and development programs
- Countless opportunities for growth
- Corporate responsibility & sustainability
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Manager
Education Level
Associate degree
