Senior Manager, Area General

Sodexo Careers•Nashville, TN

22h•Onsite

About The Position

Area General Manager – Multi‑Site Corporate Dining Location: Nashville TN (Headquarters) + Three Additional Nashville Locations Company: Sodexo Corporate Services Lead a High‑Profile, Multi‑Site Operation in the Heart of Nashville Sodexo Corporate Services is seeking an accomplished and relationship‑driven Senior Area General Manager to oversee a large, dynamic corporate dining portfolio based at our client’s headquarters in Nashville TN , with leadership responsibility for three additional locations throughout Nashville . Our operation is a mix of cafes, catering, coffee bar and a daycare feeding This is a highly visible role perfect for a strategic, client‑focused operator with strong financial skills and a proven background in multi‑unit leadership. Incentives M-F 6am to 4pm with some evenings, no weekends What You'll Do What You’ll Do As the Area General Manager , you will serve as the senior operational leader across all Nashville sites and be the primary on‑site leader at the headquarters campus. Why This Role Is Exceptional High‑profile, relationship‑driven leadership role Significant influence across a large corporate dining network Predictable scheduling with a business‑focused environment Opportunity to collaborate with engaged clients and innovate across multiple service lines A supportive leadership structure and room for career growth within Sodexo What We Offer Compensation is fair and equitable, partially determined by a candidate's education level or years of relevant experience. Salary offers are based on a candidate's specific criteria, like experience, skills, education, and training. Sodexo offers a comprehensive benefits package that may include: Medical, Dental, Vision Care and Wellness Programs 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

Multi‑unit or multi‑site management experience (required)
Strong financial acumen , particularly in budgeting, forecasting, and P&L management
Background or comfort with accounting and financial discussions
Excellent communication skills and the ability to build strong client partnerships
Experience leading large teams, developing leaders, and driving operational consistency
Ability to manage multiple priorities and deliver results in a fast‑paced environment
Minimum Education Requirement - Bachelor ’s Degree or equivalent experience
Minimum Management Experience - 5 years
Minimum Functional Experience - 5 years work experience in facilities (e.g., maintenance, plant operations, engineering services, grounds, custodial/environmental, or transportation) or food (e.g., food services or operations, concessions, retail sales, store operations, or vending) services

Responsibilities

Oversee daily operations across 4 locations
Lead and support 5 salaried managers at headquarters , and 3 salaried managers at each of the additional sites
Ensure consistent operational standards, customer experience, and service excellence
Serve as the primary point of contact at headquarters
Foster trust, proactively identify opportunities, and collaborate with clients to enhance service delivery
Partner closely with finance teams to drive performance
Lead budgeting, forecasting, and financial reporting
Utilize strong analytical skills to manage food cost, labor, and overall profitability
Mentor and develop a large, diverse team across multiple locations
Promote a positive culture, employee engagement, and continuous improvement
Ensure HR compliance, staffing, training, and performance management
Visit each Nashville site at least weekly
Provide administrative oversight, operational guidance, and relationship support