General Manager 4 - Food - Sodexo

Unit Description

You ask instead of command. You see opportunities rather than problems. Share your vision and inspire others.

*Relocation Assistance is Available*

Sodexo is currently seeking a General Manager for Dakota State University – a public university in Madison, South Dakota.  This General Manager 4 will oversee the Food Service Operation for residential dining, the retail operations, and oversee catering – including Presidential level, high end to high volume catering.  This opportunity is an excellent career opportunity to learn/develop additional management experience.  Come join the Sodexo Team at Dakota State!

DSU was founded in 1881 as a school for teacher education in the Dakota Territory. Today, we're one of the most technologically-advanced campuses in the Midwest. A public university, we are governed by the South Dakota System Board of Regents and accredited by the Higher Learning Commission.  We’re located in Madison, South Dakota. It’s a bustling community with a friendly, small-town feel.    Visit DSU  

South Dakota, the Mount Rushmore State  - is a great affordable place to live and raise a family.  It has unspoiled beauty of lakes, recreation areas, scenic state parks and walking trails - has NO State Income tax, low sales and property taxes and has one of the lowest utility rates.  South Dakota was also recently ranked as #2 for States with the most Freedom.

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

• Have 3-5 years operational management experience in a UNIVERSITY food service or other high volume dining environment.
• Be a people person with a strong focus with maintaining positive client relations; a solid manager/leader who is perceptive and has attention to details that make a difference – quality and presentation of food – customer service –
• Be STUDENT focused– including providing excellent customer service in a welcoming dining environment.
• Be proficient in use of online Food Management Systems for menu/recipe planning, ordering and inventory;
• Demonstrate proven financial acumen/success: Food costs/ labor costs, budgets.

  The successful candidate will:

• develop business plans that establish a rapport, promote partnerships and exceed the University's needs and expectations;
• have a work history demonstrating strong employee engagement leadership skills, as well as previous supervisory experience and the ability to work collaboratively; 
• manage multiple priorities, demonstrate professional communication skills, and a passion for a high level of customer service; 
• prioritize tasks and exhibit flexibility to take on additional responsibilities as needed; and
• manage the budget by increasing revenue and controlling costs, reviewing financial statements and tracking operating expenses.

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?

We offer Food Service Management positions in a variety of business segments, including Corporate, Schools, Universities, Government and Agencies, Health Care, Senior Living and Sports and Leisure locations across the United States. Continue your search for Food Service Management jobs.

Work for Sodexo:

At Sodexo, you will find the ingredients for a great career in food service management. With benefits including schedules that encourage work-life balance and continuing education opportunities, you’ll enjoy an improved quality of life that’s unique in the hospitality industry.

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 - 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.