Sodexo is seeking a General Manager at our prestigious St. Pauls Senior Services client in San Diego, CA. This key leadership position is directly responsible for the successful operation of the kitchen and dining services on campus. The General Manager will oversee a team of managers to ensure client, customer service/satisfaction with efficient cost-effective management that both meets and exceeds expectations. Prior food service management experience in either a senior living, healthcare, retail or upscale dining is desired. A GM with a current CDM is also highly preferred.

The successful candidate will:

• have oversight of day-to-day dining and culinary operations.
• Interface closely and daily with residents, client executive level leadership and client board members.
• control and ensure company and client financial targets and goals are achieved.
• ensure that the highest possible standards of food handling and preparation are achieved.
• be ServSafe certified with a strong working knowledge of HACCP monitors for regulatory compliance.

• managing the Client relationship.

• managing the budget/finances for the business.

• managing a team of hourly employees.

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

• have at least five years prior management experience in culinary production and dining services, preferably in a senior living or country club setting; a background overseeing multiple dining venues and catered events is an added plus;

• experience managing a team both front-of-house and back-of-house

• financial acumen, experience with creating and managing budgets

• experience training and mentoring a talented and diverse staff

• customer driven and strong track record in organizational development

• superior client relations skills and executive presence

• experience with building great teams

Sodexo offers a full array of benefits the begin on your 1st day! Benefits include generous paid time off, holidays, medical, dental, vision, 401K and access to ongoing training and development programs, tuition reimbursement, plus health and wellness programs.

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.

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.

At Sodexo, our purpose is to create a better everyday for everyone and build a better life for all. We believe in improving the quality of life for those we serve and contributing to the economic, social, and environmental progress in the communities where we operate. Sodexo partners with clients to provide a truly memorable experience for both customers and employees alike. We do this by providing food service, catering, facilities management, and other integrated solutions worldwide.

Our company values you for you; you will be treated fairly and with respect, and you can be yourself. You will have your ideas count and your opinions heard because we can be a stronger team when you’re happy at work. This is why we embrace diversity and inclusion as core values, fostering an environment where all employees are valued and respected. We are committed to providing equal employment opportunities to individuals regardless of race, color, religion, national origin, age, sex, gender identity, pregnancy, disability, sexual orientation, military status, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by applicable federal, state, or local law. If you need assistance with the application process, please complete this form.

Minimum Education Requirement - Bachelor’s Degree or equivalent experience
Minimum Management Experience - 5 years
Minimum Functional Experience - 5 years