General Manager Food - Schools

Sodexo

is seeking a General Manager 3 to lead food services for several potential sales within one of the K‑12 school districts in Indiana
. If you’re energized by leading teams, elevating dining experiences, and making a daily impact, this role offers the opportunity to do all three. As the GM, you’ll do more than oversee operations—you’ll shape the student experience by driving innovation, strengthening service excellence, and empowering a team that takes pride in delivering exceptional results. This is an exciting role for someone who thrives on building strong client relationships, inspiring teams, and leading a program toward growth, consistency, and long‑term success.

At Sodexo, we deliver food, nutrition, environmental and facilities management solutions to partnered K-12 schools. Joining us at one of our school sites means fostering healthy learning environments and positively influencing the students’ well‑being and performance.

Annual incentive eligible

• have exceptional client service mentality and executive presence
• support a diverse and inclusive workforce
• develop exceptional client relations and ensure the campus food service program goals align with client needs
• achieve company and client financial targets and goals
• integrate fully within our client's organization and be a trusted advisor with a customer service focus
• create a positive work environment

• 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.

• 4 years of relevant school nutrition programs experience with demonstrated experience ensuring USDA guidelines within student nutrition programs, such as the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
• ability to direct other leaders in a high-volume business
• have strong financial acumen, and P&L background
• experience driving employee engagement and student satisfaction through strong leadership skills
• knowledge of client contracts and ability to ensure compliance
• can manage multiple priorities, demonstrate professional communication skills, and a passion for a high level of customer service

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 s 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.

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Minimum Education Requirement - High School Diploma or GED

Minimum Management Experience - 3 Years

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