General Manager 2 Food - Schools (Enrollment < 2,500) - Sodexo

Unit Description

Join a great team where students are at the heart of everything we do!

Sodexo is seeking a General Manager 2 for Cheektowaga-Maryvale Community School district. in Cheektowaga, NY. This position will work within a K-2 District feeding approximately 2000 students a day.  The position will work during school month (approx. 46 weeks) and off during summer months.  Responsible for a seasoned staff of 25 non-union employees.

Our General Manager will have operational and financial over-site for the food and nutrition department. Candidates must have the knowledge & insight on how to lead staff members to ensure operational efficiency. This position also requires someone who has a strong financial acumen, ability to communicate effectively, and be able to respond to the needs of district administration, staff, employees as well as parents, students and community. Must be able to provide strong leadership and direction to the food service department with a focus on providing innovative and high quality programs. Valid driver's license.

The successful candidate will:

• have oversight of day-to-day operations;
• create a positive working environment;
• have a strong financial acumen and achieve company and client financial targets and goals;
• have experience managing multiple locations;
• integrate fully within our client’s organization becoming a trusted adviser and member of the accounts leadership team;
• develop and execute a strategy to accelerate business growth;
• create an exceptional student experience through marketing, menu design, and food quality; and
• lead and motivate the management team, inspiring strategic direction;
• ensure the fulfillment of all contract commitments;
• sustain client satisfaction and retention; and
• maintain strong employee relations.

Is this opportunity right for you? We are looking for candidates who: 

• have a work history demonstrating strong employee engagement leadership skills, as well as previous supervisory experience and the ability to work collaboratively;
• has experience working within K-12 services and National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
• can manage multiple priorities, demonstrate professional communication skills, and a passion for a high level of customer service; and
• prioritize tasks and exhibit flexibility to take on additional responsibilities.

Sodexo offers a full array of benefits including paid time off, holidays, medical, dental, vision, 401K and access to ongoing training and development programs, tuition reimbursement, plus health and wellness programs.

Not the job for you?At Sodexo, we offer Finance positions in a variety of markets, including Corporate, Schools, Campus, Government and Agencies, Healthcare, Senior Living and Sports and Leisure locations across the United States.

What We Offer

Compensation is fair and equitable, partially determined by a candidate's education level or years of relevant experience. Salary offers are based on a candidate's specific criteria, like experience, skills, education, and training. Sodexo offers a comprehensive benefits package that may include:

• Medical, Dental, Vision Care and Wellness Programs
• 401(k) Plan with Matching Contributions
• Paid Time Off and Company Holidays
• Career Growth Opportunities and Tuition Reimbursement

More extensive information is provided to new employees upon hire.

Qualifications & Requirements

Basic Education Requirement - High School Diploma or GED

Basic Management Experience - 2 years

Basic Functional Experience – 3 years of relevant experience in school nutrition programs

Sodexo is an EEO/AA/Minority/Female/Disability/Veteran employer.