General Manager - Food

Role Overview

Sodexo Magic
is seeking a
General Manager 5for
Jackson State University
- a designated Historically Black Campus/Universitylocated in
Jackson, MS
. This General Manager will manage this high Food Retail and Student Dining account. This account is aShowcase Account for Sodexo Campus Dining,with exciting plans for manynew innovationscoming to campus. If you have experience with successfully developing teams of over 100 employees and executing new concepts incampus diningthis position will be the perfect high-profile leadership opportunity!

Sodexo Magic is the joint venture partnership between NBA Hall of Famer, Earvin “Magic” Johnson and Sodexo. This strategic alliance enables us to deliver creative solutions to our clients along with our local partners throughout the communities we serve. For almost 20 years, we have provided top-level food, facilities management and integrated services to corporations, healthcare facilities, K-12 schools, colleges, universities and aviation lounges.

Relocation Assistance Available

• deliver high quality food service,
• achieve company and client financial targets and goals,
• develop and maintain client and customer relationships,
• develop strategic plans, pro-active solutioning to solve problems or adjust strategies,

• will lead successful teams, mentoring them in accurate cash handling, operations, safety, open and closing processes,
• train and manage department HACCP Safety Programs, Sodexo programs and daily operation standards,
• maintain and extend solid partnership with our Client and key Stakeholders, and
• engage in campus community events, activities, meetings.

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.

• successful track record of at least 3 - 5 years in Senior Leadership - high volume dining environment;
• prior experience promoting national food brands and campus dining to enhance dining options for our students, faculty and key stakeholders in a campus environment, preferrably at an HBCU university,
• strong financial acumen to manage a large, complex annual budget including, budget development, forecasting, monthly reporting,
• a proven track record for Solutioning and Innovation to meet our client's goals/mission,
• proven client relationship/partnerships and high-level customer service skills,
• strong employee engagement and diversity champion, and/or
• a history of strong leadership, and excellent communication skills i.e. listening, responding, solutioning, and influencing.

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 - Bachelor’s Degreeor equivalent experience
Minimum Management Experience – 5 years
Minimum Functional Experience – 5 years