General Manager 2 - Food

General Manager 2 - Food role at SodexoLocation: Lima, OHOverviewReady to take your culinary leadership to a place where your impact goes beyond the kitchen? We’re looking for a dynamic General Manager with strong culinary roots to lead a thriving food service operation in Lima, OH—a welcoming community that supports great food and great people.This is more than just a job—it's an opportunity to shape a dining experience that brings comfort, quality, and innovation to every plate. Whether you're a chef-turned-leader or an experienced food service professional with a passion for team development, this role gives you the space and autonomy to make a real difference. What You'll Do Lead day-to-day operations across front and back of house, including full-service dining Ensure top-tier food quality, safety, and presentation through daily kitchen inspections Drive consistency and excellence across breakfast, lunch, dinner, and late-night service Innovate and implement systems to streamline operations and boost team performance Ensure compliance with HACCP protocols and all food safety regulations Manage scheduling, staffing, and payroll for a 7-day service operation Deliver operational reports and insights to clients and internal stakeholders Build a strong team culture with coaching, training, and engagement Develop and maintain strong client and customer relationships built on trust and satisfaction What We Offer 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 Compensation is fair and equitable and may reflect education level or years of relevant experience. Salary offers are based on a candidate's criteria, like experience, skills, education, and training. More extensive information is provided to new employees upon hire. What You Bring Proven experience in culinary leadership or food service operations A hands-on, culinary-driven approach with a love for exceptional food Strong working knowledge of kitchen systems, food safety, and quality control Ability to inspire and lead diverse teams toward shared goals A customer-first mindset with a passion for service excellence Experience in client communications, employee development, and managing multiple service lines 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 through food service, catering, facilities management, and other integrated solutions worldwide. We value diversity and inclusion and provide 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 law. If you need assistance with the application process, please complete this form. Qualifications & Requirements Minimum Education Requirement - Associate's Degree or equivalent experience Minimum Management Experience - 2 Years Minimum Functional Experience - 2 years Job Details Seniority level: Not Applicable Employment type: Full-time Job function: Management and Manufacturing Industries: Facilities Services, Hospitals and Health Care, and Hospitality #J-18808-Ljbffr

Created: 2025-10-06