General Manager 4 - Food

Simmons Bank Liberty Stadium is a prominent football and large-scale event stadium with a seating capacity of 58,325. It serves as the home of the University of Memphis Tigers football team and hosts major events such as the AutoZone Liberty Bowl as well as large-scale outdoor concerts. This vibrant venue is well-known for delivering unforgettable experiences to sports fans and concert-goers alike, serving as a hub for sports and entertainment in the region.

Simmons Bank Liberty Stadium is currently seeking a dynamic and experienced Food Service Manager to lead their daily food service operations. In this leadership role, you will be responsible for ensuring exceptional quality, efficiency, and customer satisfaction across food service functions. The position involves guiding and developing a dedicated team while managing financial performance to maintain a successful and sustainable operation. In addition, building strong relationships with clients and customers is essential to support the stadium’s reputation and long-term success.

This role is critical within the organization, combining leadership responsibilities with hands-on involvement. The successful candidate will perform specialized technical tasks independently, while also collaborating with various departments to innovate and improve service delivery. The Food Service Manager will drive operational excellence while meeting financial goals and performance targets. They will lead teams in a fast-paced, large-scale environment and foster a positive culture focused on employee retention and professional development.

The pay range for this role is between $74,290 and $96,140 per year, and the position is eligible for participation in Sodexo’s incentive plan, allowing for variable compensation on top of the base salary. This rewarding role provides an opportunity to lead and influence a key aspect of operations while gaining valuable experience managing large-scale food and nutrition services. The Food Service Manager will directly contribute to delivering memorable experiences to event attendees while working within a mission-driven organization devoted to nutrition, customer care, and operational success.

Sodexo, the parent company, is a global leader in providing food services, catering, facilities management, and integrated solutions. Their commitment to improving quality of life, fostering inclusive work environments, and supporting community progress aligns with this position’s focus on leadership, teamwork, and operational excellence. Sodexo values diversity and is committed to equal employment opportunities, ensuring fair and respectful treatment for all employees.

Working at Simmons Bank Liberty Stadium under Sodexo’s guidance means joining a team that values professional growth and innovation. The Food Service Manager will gain hands-on experience in managing food service on a large scale, coordinating cross-functional teams, and developing meaningful client partnerships. The role’s collaborative environment fosters learning and growth, offering diverse opportunities to enhance skills while contributing to the community’s economic and social wellbeing.

This is an ideal opportunity for candidates with proven food service management experience who possess strong leadership skills and financial acumen. Those who thrive in a results-oriented, high-energy setting will find this role both challenging and rewarding. A commitment to excellent communication, teamwork, and customer satisfaction completes the profile of the ideal Food Service Manager for Simmons Bank Liberty Stadium.