General Manager 5 - Food - Sodexo

Unit Description

Let your passion for people and food be the driver of your success at the Good Eating Company. Through your leadership, your team will make a real impact every day.

The Good Eating Company is seeking an experienced General Manager for a Luxury Retailer located in a landmark building in Midtown, Manhattan. The best qualified candidate is a team-centered, creative hospitality professional with experience in providing exceptional service to clients and guests, and a strong attention to detail.

Our clients have created a beautiful, contemporary “workplace of the future.” This role will be responsible for delivering services that match the environment. Our ideal candidate will be innovative, keeping services fresh and updated based on current trends and have a desire of knowing where the food comes from. We nerd out about details! The little things are big things to us, with imaginative menus that are seasonally and sustainably inspired every day. We care about the culinary arts, and we believe in the leadership of our teams; they have the freedom to be creative, knowing ultimately their work contributes to making every day a good day.

We are looking for candidates who:

1. Drive Operational Excellence: Deliver a superior guest experience through exceptional hospitality, consistently exceeding expectations.
2. Demonstrate Leadership: Manage front-of-house teams effectively, cultivating a positive and competitive atmosphere that motivates staff.
3. Enhance Guest Experiences: Collaborate with the management team to analyze guest feedback, proactively implementing improvements to foster loyalty and engagement.
4. Cultivate Talent: Provide mentorship and guidance to a diverse team, ensuring accessible pathways for professional growth and skill development.
5. Exhibit Financial Acumen: Leverage experience in budget creation and management to innovate strategies that enhance revenue while controlling costs.
6. Manage Events: Oversee high-level catering and cocktail events, ensuring flawless execution and unforgettable experiences for guests.
7. Excel in Client Relations: Utilize superior interpersonal skills and an executive presence to prioritize customer satisfaction and drive organizational success.
8. Balance Operations Strategically: Navigate daily responsibilities with sound judgment, focusing on both immediate needs and long-term business sustainability.

The ideal candidate has:

1. A Positive "Can Do" Attitude: Demonstrates a willingness to go the extra mile, embodying 100% commitment to customers, clients, and colleagues.
2. Pride in Quality: Takes absolute pride in the quality of food, service, and presentation, consistently striving for excellence.
3. Sense of Humor: Maintains a keen yet respectful sense of humor, fostering a fun and engaging work environment.

Learn more about the Good Eating Company.

Our vision is simple: We want to set the definitive standard for Corporate dining. Our team are simply without doubt our greatest asset; we never undervalue or take their commitment for granted. We are always looking for talented new team members who share our enthusiasm for good food and service. Are you ready to join our team?

What We Offer

Sodexo offers fair and equitable compensation, partially determined by a candidate's education level or years of relevant experience. While the budgeted range for the position is posted, Sodexo salary offers are based on a candidate's specific criteria, like experience, skills, education, and training.

Qualifications & Requirements

Basic Education Requirement - Bachelor’s Degree or equivalent experience.

Basic Management Experience - 5 years.

Basic Functional Experience - 5 years.

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