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General Manager 5 - Food

Job Overview

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Compensation

Salary
Range $120,190.00 - $155,540.00
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Benefits

Medical insurance
Dental Insurance
Vision care
wellness programs
401(k) Plan with Matching Contributions
Paid Time Off
Career growth opportunities

Job Description

Sodexo is a global leader in quality of life services, dedicated to creating a better everyday experience for people through integrated food service, facilities management, and other solutions worldwide. Operating in over 80 countries, Sodexo emphasizes local products, culture, and hospitality while fostering inclusive and respectful workplaces. The company is committed to enhancing the quality of life for its employees, customers, and communities, focusing on economic, social, and environmental progress. Sodexo's workplace culture values diversity, inclusion, and the unique contributions of every individual, striving to build a supportive and collaborative environment where ideas and voices are heard. This approach has established Sodexo as a premier workplace hospitality brand in North America and beyond.

This role is for an experienced General Manager to lead and support a high-profile café located in Mountain View, California. As a General Manager, you will be a pivotal leader responsible for overseeing multi-location operations, guiding and inspiring teams, and ensuring operational excellence in a dynamic, fast-paced hospitality environment. Your role will involve managing daily service, staffing, guest experiences, and client relationships within a workplace café that aims to set the standard for workplace culture and hospitality. This opportunity is ideal for a hospitality-driven leader who has a strategic mindset, strong executive presence, and a passion for delivering exceptional service and operational results.

In this position, you will partner closely with executives and senior stakeholders to align café performance with broader company goals. Your leadership will be central to mentoring and motivating a talented team while maintaining a sharp eye for detail to champion hospitality excellence. You will also be responsible for driving financial performance by managing labor costs, controlling expenses, and meeting operational targets. Your ability to innovate and support continuous improvement will contribute significantly to the café’s reputation as a leading hospitality destination.

Sodexo offers fair and equitable compensation based on education, experience, skills, and training, complemented by a comprehensive benefits package including medical, dental, and vision care, 401(k) plans, paid time off, and career growth opportunities. If you are eager to lead with heart, innovate with purpose, and grow with a global brand committed to redefining workplace hospitality, this General Manager role at Sodexo in Mountain View offers a meaningful platform to make a significant impact.

Job Requirements

  • Bachelor’s degree or equivalent experience
  • Minimum five years of management experience
  • Minimum five years of functional experience in hospitality or related roles
  • Proven track record of multi-location leadership
  • Strong strategic thinking and execution abilities
  • Excellent communication and leadership skills
  • Ability to maintain high standards of service and operational excellence
  • Experience managing labor, expenses, and client satisfaction in progressive environments

Job Qualifications

  • Bachelor’s degree or equivalent experience
  • Five years of management experience
  • Five years of functional experience in hospitality or related field
  • Proven multi-location leadership experience
  • Strategic and systematic thinking skills
  • Strong leadership presence
  • Expertise in hospitality and service excellence
  • Executive-level client relations skills
  • Demonstrated success in operational results and financial management

Job Duties

  • Lead café operations
  • Develop and inspire teams
  • Strengthen client partnerships
  • Drive financial performance
  • Champion hospitality excellence
  • Support innovation

Job Criteria

Experience

Mid Level (3-7 years)


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