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General Manager 3 - Food

Job Overview

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Employment Type

Full-time
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Compensation

Salary
Range $77,605.00 - $100,430.00
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Work Schedule

Standard Hours
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Benefits

Medical
Dental
Vision care
wellness programs
401(k) Plan with Matching Contributions
Paid Time Off
company holidays
Career growth opportunities
Tuition Reimbursement

Job Description

Sodexo is a global leader in quality of life services, dedicated to creating better everyday experiences for clients and employees alike. Operating in over 80 countries, Sodexo partners with various industries to provide integrated solutions that encompass food service, catering, facilities management, and more. Known for its commitment to innovation and sustainability, Sodexo aims to improve the economic, social, and environmental aspects of the communities it serves. In the Bay Area, a region celebrated for culinary creativity and high standards, Sodexo maintains a strong presence through its high-end corporate dining operations, delivering exceptional hospitality and food services to premier clients.

The role of General Manager 3 - Food at Sodexo in Menlo Park, CA, is a critical leadership position focused on advancing workplace dining experiences in one of the most innovative operations across the Bay Area. This position involves much more than overseeing daily food service; it is about shaping memorable dining experiences, inspiring a diverse culinary and service team, and building lasting partnerships with clients. The General Manager is the strategic force behind managing a premier corporate account, tasked with driving operational excellence, elevating food program standards, and ensuring financial performance aligns with company goals.

This role reports directly to regional leadership and is responsible for leading a high-performing team that continuously delivers best-in-class food programs and exceptional hospitality. The General Manager 3 will oversee all aspects of culinary operations, menu execution, and facility enhancements, ensuring the delivery of high-end hospitality services. The role demands a proactive approach to communication, team empowerment, and client relationship management. It requires a hands-on leader who can manage complex projects, from initial concept through execution, whilst maintaining strong financial controls including food costs and labor forecasting.

Candidates for this position will benefit from working in a dynamic environment where innovation in food service is encouraged, supported by Sodexo's comprehensive benefits package and commitment to diversity and inclusion. The compensation for this role is competitive and equitable, reflecting the candidate's experience, education, and skills. Sodexo values fairness, respect, and an inclusive culture where every employee is heard and empowered to contribute.

Joining Sodexo as a General Manager 3 means becoming part of a company that places high importance on sustainable practices such as farm-to-table culinary trends and vendor negotiations that uphold the highest culinary standards. It is an opportunity to lead, mentor, and develop teams that are passionate about delivering great food and great service in a corporate environment. This position offers career growth opportunities and the chance to make a significant impact in a region where food service excellence is a defining characteristic of the business landscape.

Job Requirements

  • Bachelor's degree or equivalent experience
  • Minimum 3 years management experience
  • Minimum 3 years functional experience

Job Qualifications

  • Bachelor's degree or equivalent experience
  • Proven leadership experience managing high-volume culinary operations, diverse team members, and senior-level client relationships with total professional autonomy
  • Strong financial acumen with demonstrated success in managing middle of the page performance, including labor forecasting, food cost controls, and sustainable profitability
  • Expertise in project management, including a track record of driving facility expansions, new concepts, and complex catering operations from inception through to execution
  • A proactive communication style that leverages regular one-on-one engagement, tailored client feedback, and collaborative partnerships to consistently meet operational expectations
  • Commitment to high culinary standards through a deep understanding of menu engineering, vendor negotiations, and farm-to-table culinary trends
  • A mentor-minded leadership approach focused on hiring top talent, establishing firm yet fair expectations, and empowering teams to excel without micromanagement

Job Duties

  • Drive total operational excellence and high-end hospitality standards by overseeing all daily culinary operations and menu execution at a premier client account
  • Lead, mentor, and empower a diverse culinary and service team, fostering an environment of mutual respect, autonomy, and accountability
  • Manage financial performance and maximize profitability by directly controlling food costs, optimizing labor forecasting, and analyzing key financial scorecards
  • Cultivate strong client partnerships through consistent, firm-yet-fair communication, regular team meetings, and proactive alignment with stakeholder needs
  • Spearhead on-site projects and facility enhancements, managing everything from initial design collaboration and compliance to successful execution
  • Implement innovative food programs, utilizing farm-to-table trends, custom catering concepts, and optimized inventory controls to enhance the dining experience

Job Criteria

Experience

Expert Level (7+ years)


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