General Manager 5 - Campus Dining

About the role

This is a Potential Sale Opportunity and a contingent role based on the awarding of an account contract. In this high-impact leadership role, you'll be responsible for overseeing large-scale food service operations across one or more sites, ensuring excellence in service, quality, and compliance. You'll guide teams, manage financial performance, and cultivate strong client partnerships while driving strategic initiatives that support growth and customer satisfaction.

Accountable for managing people, setting direction and deploying resources; typically 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. Progression within Career Band reflects acquisition of broad technical expertise, business and industry knowledge, and process and people leadership capabilities. Accountable for business, functional or operational areas, processes or programs, which may include dotted-line or matrixed management.

Pay

Base salary range: $120,190 – $155,540 per year. Eligible to participate in Sodexo's incentive plan and earn variable compensation in addition to base salary.

Benefits

• Lead large, complex operations where strategic thinking and leadership make a difference
• Shape a high-performing team culture focused on accountability, innovation, and service excellence
• Collaborate closely with senior stakeholders to influence long-term operational success
• Own and impact financial performance through effective budgeting, forecasting, and cost management
• Be part of a purpose-driven organization where leadership supports health, wellbeing, and satisfaction
• Gain exposure to enterprise-level initiatives and cross-functional collaboration opportunities
• Make a lasting mark by helping to define and deliver best-in-class food service experiences
• 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

Requirements

• Proven experience leading large-scale, multi-unit food service operations with a focus on quality, service, and compliance
• Exceptional leadership skills with a track record of developing strong teams and fostering a culture of engagement and performance
• Advanced financial acumen, including expertise in budgeting, forecasting, and managing performance targets
• Client relationship management skills and the ability to influence key stakeholders at all levels
• A strategic mindset paired with hands-on operational agility to drive results in dynamic, high-volume environments
• Bachelor's degree or equivalent experience
• 5 years of management experience
• 4–5 years of related experience