Child Nutrition General Manager 3

Role Overview

Sodexo is seeking a Child Nutrition General Manager 3 for Findlay City Schools in Findlay, Ohio. The General Manager will have full operational oversight for the food and nutrition department. This position requires a strong financial acumen, a thorough understanding of USDA regulations and policies, the ability to communicate effectively, and the ability to respond to the needs of district administration, staff, employees as well as parents, students and the community. 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. 

Incentives

Annual Incentive Bonus Eligible Position & Pension-Eligible for the School Employees Retirement System of Ohio (SERS)

What You'll Do

• have oversight of day-to-day operations while ensuring strong employee relations
• integrate fully within our client’s organization becoming a trusted adviser and member of the accounts leadership team
• develop and execute a strategy to accelerate business growth
• create an exceptional student experience through marketing, menu design, and food quality
• lead and motivate the management team, inspiring strategic direction
• ensure the fulfillment of all contract commitments while sustaining client satisfaction and retention

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

• previous experience working within K-12 food services and the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
• has a work history demonstrating strong employee engagement leadership skills, as well as previous supervisory experience and the ability to work collaboratively
• have a strong financial acumen and achieve company and client financial targets and goals
• can manage multiple priorities, demonstrate professional communication skills, and a passion for a high level of customer service
• prioritize tasks and exhibit flexibility to take on additional responsibilities

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 with academic major in food and nutrition, food service management, dietetics, family and consumer sciences, nutrition education, culinary arts, business, or a related field

Minimum Management Experience - 3 years

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