Retail Manager 3
About The Position
Sodexo is seeking an engaged and innovative Retail Manager 3 for The University of Alabama Birmingham (UAB) located in Birmingham, AL. UAB is an urban college campus that cares about its students, faculty, and community. UAB is an internationally renowned and the first Health Promoting University in the United States. UAB has an enrollment of over 20,000 students gaining education and personal development. Our campus dining program includes multiple retail outlets, high-end catering, and residential dining. UAB has an ambitious client with incredible vision, engagement, innovation, and creativity. Reporting to the Retail Ops Manager, The Retail Manager will be involved in all day-to-day operations, and the ideal candidate will be energetic. This Retail Manager will oversee 3 National Brands, a Ghost Kitchen concept, and support with Campus Dining IT needs while working side by side with the Marketing team to promote Campus Dining. Seeking candidates with a proven track record for developing, leading, and engaging retail teams.
Requirements
- Experience managing multi-unit retail operations, preferably in a college or university setting.
- Comfortable with digital tools, reporting systems, and emerging retail technologies.
- Demonstrate strong leadership and mentoring skills to guide frontline teams.
- Thrive in a fast-paced, customer-focused environment with high standards for food and service.
- Working knowledge of automated food inventory, ordering, production, and management systems.
- Associate's Degree or equivalent experience.
- 2 years minimum management experience.
- 1 year of work experience in concessions, retail sales, or store operations.
Nice To Haves
- Have the ability and willingness to develop and motivate team members to embrace culinary innovations.
- Have a passion for food and innovation.
- Have knowledge of special diets and allergens.
Responsibilities
- Oversee purchasing, menu compliance, inventory, food cost analysis and food production forecasting.
- Ensure Sodexo Culinary standards, including recipe compliance and food quality, are implemented.
- Develop and motivate team members to embrace culinary innovations.
- Ensure food safety, sanitation, and workplace safety standard compliance.
- Support with Campus Dining IT needs.
- Work side by side with the Marketing team to promote Campus Dining.
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
Mid Level
Education Level
Associate degree
