General Manager 4 - Food

Sodexo is a global leader in integrated facilities management and food services, committed to enhancing the quality of life for its clients and communities. The company operates in multiple sectors, delivering innovative solutions that range from food service and catering to facilities management and more. Sodexo is known for fostering a diverse and inclusive work environment, valuing fairness, respect, and the contributions of each employee. With a strong emphasis on sustainability and social responsibility, Sodexo partners with clients to create exceptional experiences for both customers and employees globally.

Located in Boston, Massachusetts, Sodexo’s Campus Segment is seeking a seasoned General Manager 4 - Food to lead the dining operations at Colleges of the Fenway. This consortium includes three prominent institutions: Massachusetts College of Art and Design (MassArt), Massachusetts College of Pharmacy and Health Sciences (MCPHS), and Wentworth Institute of Technology (WIT). The General Manager role specifically focuses on overseeing the MassArt and MCPHS dining programs, which consist of dynamic food venues such as a high-traffic food court with meal exchange capabilities, a licensed Starbucks, a campus convenience store, a smoothie bar, and a proprietary food mart.

This position offers an exciting opportunity to lead a comprehensive campus dining program with a focus on operational excellence, financial management, and exceptional hospitality. The General Manager will provide strategic leadership and day-to-day management across multiple venues, ensuring quality service, safety compliance, and client satisfaction. Leading a team inclusive of union employees, the role demands strong leadership skills to coach and develop staff, cultivate positive employee engagement, and deliver innovative programming that enhances the overall student dining experience.

The General Manager is responsible for driving financial performance through budgeting, forecasting, and cost control, while maintaining strong partnerships with campus stakeholders. This includes planning and executing menu strategies, promotions, and customer experience initiatives that align with sustainability and community engagement efforts. This high-impact role requires a proactive, hands-on leader with excellent organizational, communication, and problem-solving abilities.

In addition to a competitive salary that reflects education level and relevant experience, Sodexo provides relocation assistance for this position, easing the transition for successful candidates. The company also offers a comprehensive benefits package designed to support the wellbeing and career growth of its employees, underlining Sodexo’s commitment to creating a better everyday for everyone. This role is ideal for a motivated professional with a passion for university dining and hospitality who thrives in a fast-paced, multi-unit environment and is eager to lead with integrity and a focus on excellence.