General Manager 3 - Food

Role Overview

Join a team that delivers excellence in food service and patient care at Lehigh Valley Health Network – Pocono in East Stroudsburg, PA

 

Sodexo is seeking an experienced and driven General Manager 3 - Food Services to oversee food operations at this 220-bed acute care facility located in the beautiful Pocono Mountains.

 

Ready to lead in a setting that values service excellence, innovation, and community care? Apply today and bring your leadership to a team making a difference in healthcare every day.

What You'll Do

• Lead and manage a team consisting of 35 frontline employees, 1 Sodexo Sous Chef, and 2 Sodexo Managers

• Oversee food operations including:

  • Patient Services – three meals a day

  • Retail Dining – $47K monthly volume

  • Catering Services – coffee, tea service, and special occasion events

• Ensure high levels of client satisfaction through frequent client interaction and strategic planning

• Drive financial performance, manage budgets, and ensure efficient operational execution

• Maintain compliance with food safety standards and Sodexo policies

• Serve as a key leader fostering communication, collaboration, and employee engagement

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

• Strong background in healthcare food service management

• Experience with retail dining operations and financial management

• Exceptional communication and organizational skills

• Proven ability to lead diverse teams (union & non-union)

• Experience in patient services and understanding of clinical collaboration

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 - Bachelor's Degree or equivalent experienceMinimum Management Experience - 3 yearsMinimum Functional Experience - 3 years