General Manager - School/Child Nutrition

Sodexo Schools is a leading provider of food services, facilities management, and other integrated solutions dedicated to enhancing the quality of life for the communities they serve. With a global footprint, Sodexo partners with schools to deliver exceptional food and nutrition services that foster health, well-being, and academic success for students. Focusing on innovation and operational excellence, Sodexo Schools designs and implements nutrition programs that meet rigorous standards for quality, safety, and customer satisfaction. They emphasize creating a better everyday experience for everyone involved, including clients, customers, and employees. Known for their commitment to diversity, equity, and inclusion, Sodexo ensures that all employees are valued and respected in a supportive work environment.

The role of General Manager for Sodexo Schools in Springfield, Missouri, is a pivotal leadership position responsible for the oversight of student and child nutrition services within a designated school district. This position demands a strong leader with a keen financial acumen, expertise in culinary production, and a thorough understanding of safety and sanitation regulations. The General Manager will oversee daily operations to ensure high-quality food service delivery aligns with Sodexo’s standards and client expectations. This includes managing front-of-house operations, food production staff, procurement, inventory management, and financial data entries.

In addition to operational oversight, the General Manager plays a strategic role in driving the success of the nutrition program by developing plans that promote efficiency, employee engagement, and customer satisfaction. Building and maintaining strong client and customer relationships is critical to this role, ensuring that Sodexo’s services consistently meet or exceed expectations. The position requires managing a diverse team in a dynamic environment, fostering a positive workplace culture, and adapting to evolving needs. Relocation assistance is available for qualified candidates, and compensation is competitive, based on the candidate’s education, skills, experience, and training.

Sodexo’s comprehensive benefits package supports employee well-being and professional growth, offering medical, dental, vision care, wellness programs, 401(k) with matching contributions, paid time off, company holidays, and tuition reimbursement. This role is ideal for an experienced management professional with a passion for nutrition, operational success, and community impact in the educational sector, ready to lead and inspire a team in delivering excellence every day.