General Manager 1 - Food

General Manager 1 - Food

Sodexo is seeking a General Manager 1 - Food for Whitesburg ARH Hospital in Whitesburg, KY. The General Manager will direct all food & nutrition operations for the regional hospital.

The successful candidate will:

• direct and oversee all food and nutrition service day-to-day operations
• develop, mentor and engage with supervisors and frontline employees
• achieve company and client financial targets and goals
• develop and maintain client and customer relationships
• work hands-on with the team
• ensure safety and sanitation compliance

The ideal candidate will have:

• Certified Dietary Manager (CDM) or Certified Food Production Professional (CFPP), or ability to obtain
• a culinary background with extensive experience with ordering and inventory management
• demonstrated leadership skills and proven ability to foster culture, retain employees, and develop teams
• a strong background in safety and sanitation compliance
• proven ability to manage multiple priorities, demonstrated professional communication skills, and a passion for a high level of customer service
• be enthusiastic, eager to learn, and self-motivated
• a results-driven mindset that enjoys working hands-on to support the team

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

What You'll Do

• direct and oversee all food and nutrition service day-to-day operations
• develop, mentor and engage with managers, supervisors, and frontline employees
• achieve company and client financial targets and goals
• develop and maintain client and customer relationships
• work hands-on with the team

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.

What You Bring

• a culinary background and experience with ordering and inventory management
• demonstrated leadership skills and proven ability to foster culture, retain employees, and develop teams
• a background in safety and sanitation compliance
• proven ability to manage multiple priorities, demonstrated professional communication skills, and a passion for a high level of customer service
• be enthusiastic, eager to learn, and self-motivated
• a results-driven mindset that enjoys working hands-on to support the team

Who We Are

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.

Qualifications & Requirements

Minimum Education Requirement - Associate's Degree or equivalent experience

Minimum Management Experience - 2 years

Minimum Functional Experience - 2 years