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This account will fall under the SodexoMAGIC portfolio of business.

Use your passion for service to create a positive impact and make a difference in the communities we serve! SodexoMAGIC is a joint Sodexo/Magic Johnson venture and we are thrilled to be celebrating our 10-year anniversary together this year! SodexoMAGIC promises to empower the communities we serve by offering best-in-class food & facilities management solutions, which create a positive impact and make a difference in the lives of our clients and customers. SodexoMAGIC offers our dedicated service via the following Sodexo segments: Corporate Services, Hospitals, K-12 Schools, Universities.

SodexoMAGIC in School Services is seeking an experienced General Manager 3 Food-Schools to support a K12 client's district located in Benton Harbor, Michigan. This position will oversee food operations for an account serving 7 Schools with approximately 1800 students. You will manage a Staff of 25+ union employees and will be responsible for Financial accountability at the district.

The successful candidate will possess a proven background in delivering exceptional customer service while maintaining a standard of operational excellence.

The successful candidate will:

  • have oversight of day-to-day operations;
  • deliver high quality food service;
  • achieve company and client financial targets and goals;
  • develop and maintain client and customer relationships;
  • develop strategic plans;
  • create a positive environment;and/or
  • ensure Sodexo standards are met.
  • K12 experience is required.

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

  • have previous experience managing a National School Lunch Account with full knowledge of USDA regulations.
  • have operated multi-feeding sites and have strong financial & analytical skills and quality food presentation skills.
  • possess strong communication skills and the ability to build and maintain exceptional Client and Customer Relations.
  • have a work history demonstrating strong employee engagement, leadership skills, as well as previous management experience and the ability to work collaboratively;
  • have culinary production experience and a strong background in safety and sanitation compliance;
  • exhibit flexibility to take on additional responsibilities as needed; and/or
  • demonstrate working knowledge of automated food inventory, ordering, production and management systems.

Learn more about Benton Harbor School District: http://www.bhas.org/

The SodexoMAGIC partnership represents the union of two global brands that operate at peak performance. Sodexo, a long-standing leader in “quality of life solutions” around the globe, and Magic Johnson Enterprises, the brainchild of NBA all-star Earvin Magic Johnson, who literally took the game to new heights. To learn more about SodexoMAGIC and read a message from Earvin “Magic” Johnson himself click here

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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.


Position Summary

Directs all contract management service operations at a single account/unit. Plans and supervises special functions. Maintains cash control and payroll records. Hires and trains unit personnel. Maintains customer satisfaction and good public relations. Manages through managers and is accountable for the contract. Senior-most person assigned to a one client account.


Qualifications & Requirements

Basic Education Requirement - High School Diploma or GED

Basic Management Experience - 3 years

Basic Functional Experience - 4 years of relevant experience in school nutrition programs


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

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