General Manager 4 - Food

Role Overview: Sodexo Corporate Services is seeking a dynamic, hospitality‑driven General Manager to lead a premier multi‑unit corporate dining operation in Reston, Virginia. This is an exceptional opportunity for a seasoned leader who brings equal parts operational excellence, culinary passion, and a commitment to delivering refined, memorable guest experiences.As the General Manager, you will be the strategic and cultural anchor of a high‑profile client partnership—curating upscale hospitality, driving performance, and inspiring a team that takes pride in exceptional service. We are seeking a leader with a proven track record of excellence, collaboration, and the ability to elevate both people and operations. This multi‑unit dining program includes:1 full‑service café5 micro‑kitchensA premier executive catering center with 6 meeting roomsRobust catering servicesYou will oversee a management team of 4 and a frontline team of 16, ensuring flawless execution across all service lines.  What You'll Do: Lead daily operations across the café, five micro‑kitchens, catering program, and executive meeting center, ensuring flawless service and a refined guest experience.Build and maintain strong client relationships, serving as the primary on‑site partner and trusted advisor for all dining‑related needs.Drive operational excellence and financial performance through effective planning, forecasting, labor management, and continuous improvement.Develop, mentor, and inspire a high‑performing team, fostering a culture of hospitality, accountability, and teamwork.Oversee executive catering and meeting services with precision, ensuring elevated, detail‑driven experiences for VIP guests and leadership events.Champion Sodexo’s standards of quality, safety, and innovation while identifying opportunities to enhance the dining program and elevate the overall hospitality experience. 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 Programs401(k) Plan with Matching ContributionsPaid Time Off and Company HolidaysCareer Growth Opportunities and Tuition ReimbursementMore extensive information is provided to new employees upon hire. What You Bring: A polished hospitality presence with the ability to create warm, elevated, service‑driven experiences for a discerning corporate audience.Proven leadership in multi‑unit dining or hotel F&B, with experience overseeing café operations, catering, and high‑touch executive services.Strong operational and financial acumen, including budgeting, forecasting, labor management, and performance optimization.A collaborative, people‑first leadership style that inspires teams, builds culture, and drives accountability and excellence.Exceptional client‑relationship skills, with the confidence and professionalism to partner closely with senior leaders and anticipate their needs.A commitment to quality, innovation, and continuous improvement, bringing fresh ideas that enhance the guest experience and elevate the dining program. 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 – 5 yearsMinimum Functional Experience – 5 years

Created: 2026-03-15