General Manager 3 Food - Schools

Sodexo is a global leader in providing integrated food services and facilities management, dedicated to enhancing the quality of life for its customers and employees alike. With a strong presence in various sectors including education, healthcare, and corporate environments, Sodexo strives to deliver exceptional service rooted in innovation, compliance, and customer satisfaction. The company's commitment to diversity, inclusion, and equal opportunity creates a welcoming environment for all employees across its worldwide operations. Sodexo's partnership with Kipp Memphis Public Schools in Memphis, TN represents a unique opportunity to impact student well-being and learning experiences through strategic food service management. As part of its mission, Sodexo focuses on delivering nutrition and healthy dining options that contribute positively to the health and performance of students, directly influencing their daily lives and long-term success.

The role of General Manager 3 at Sodexo for this potential sale and partnership with Kipp Memphis Public Schools is a dynamic leadership position catering specifically to a vibrant educational environment. This role involves overseeing food service operations at one of the Memphis school sites, providing a compliance-driven dining experience that elevates the quality of meals and services offered. The General Manager will be responsible not only for managing day-to-day operations but also for advancing team performance, strengthening client relationships, and driving the overall program towards operational excellence and growth. The role requires a strategic thinker who can manage multiple priorities effectively while fostering a positive, inclusive work culture. In this capacity, the General Manager will serve as a trusted advisor within the client's organization, aligning food service program goals with client needs and focusing on exceptional customer service.

Beyond operational management, the General Manager is tasked with workforce engagement and leadership development to create highly motivated teams that take pride in delivering outstanding results. This leader must possess strong financial acumen, including profit and loss management, ensuring the food service program meets established financial targets. The ideal candidate will also display a marketing and food-focused skill set essential for driving innovation in menu offerings and enhancing the overall dining experience for students and staff. Recognizing the critical role of food service within an educational setting, the General Manager position carries the responsibility for compliance with client contracts, promoting student satisfaction, and integrating smoothly within the client’s organizational culture.

Sodexo values its employees by offering fair and equitable compensation, including opportunities for incentives such as annual bonuses and potential sign-on bonuses. The company supports career growth through tuition reimbursement programs and provides a comprehensive benefits package covering medical, dental, vision, wellness programs, and retirement plans. As a cornerstone of the role, the General Manager will leverage their leadership skills to influence and shape the client’s food service program, ensuring it supports the educational mission by fostering healthy environments conducive to learning. This is an outstanding opportunity for a motivated leader to contribute meaningfully to the educational community in Memphis while advancing their professional career within a globally recognized organization.