General Manager 3 Food - Schools (Enrollment < 2,500)

About the role

This role supports Deer Park and Riverside School Districts in WA. Associate degree required; bachelor's preferred. In this leadership role, you will oversee daily food service operations, ensuring exceptional quality, efficiency, and customer satisfaction. You’ll guide and develop your team while managing financial performance and building strong relationships with clients and customers to support sustained success.

Accountable for managing people, setting direction and deploying resources; typically is responsible for performance evaluation, pay reviews and hire/fire decisions. Results are primarily achieved through the work of others and typically depend on the manager's ability to influence and negotiate with parts of the organization.

Responsibilities

Lead dynamic teams to deliver outstanding food and nutrition services in diverse environments. Drive operational excellence while meeting financial goals and performance targets. Develop meaningful client and customer partnerships that enhance service quality and loyalty. Gain valuable experience managing large-scale, fast-paced food service operations. Influence team growth through coaching, engagement, and professional development opportunities. Collaborate across departments to innovate and improve service delivery.

Requirements

• Proven experience in food service management or directorship, preferably in large or complex settings.
• Leadership skills with a track record of building positive team culture, employee retention, and staff development.
• Solid financial expertise, including budgeting, cost control, and performance analysis.
• Hands-on, results-oriented approach with the skillset to support and motivate teams in a fast-paced environment.
• Effective communication and collaboration skills to work cross-functionally and maintain strong client relationships.
• Education Requirement: Bachelor’s degree or equivalent experience
• Management Experience: 2-5 years
• Related Experience: 2-5 years

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. Pay Range: $80,168 per year - $113,960 per year. Incentive Eligibility: Eligible to participate in Sodexo's incentive plan and earn variable compensation in addition to base salary.

• 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

Who We Are

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.