General Manager 6 - Food

Sodexo Group; Ryde; On-site; GBP 35,000 - 65,000

Job description

Role Overview

Lead with Passion. Drive Success. Make an Impact.

RELOCATION ASSISTANCE AVAILABLE!

Sodexo’s Campus Segment is seeking a General Manager 6 for Bridgewater State University in Bridgewater, MA. This role oversees a well-established, evolving dining program, continuing a 30+ year partnership with the university. We’re looking for a leader who can drive innovation, engagement, and satisfaction through a restaurant-quality, food-forward approach to dining.

This position requires strong leadership, excellent communication skills, and the ability to build positive relationships with employees, students, and university leadership.

Located on a 270-acre campus just 30 minutes from Boston and Providence, Bridgewater State University (BSU) offers 90+ areas of study and fosters a dynamic academic environment. Committed to advancing the public good, BSU continuously invests in student success and the surrounding community.

What You'll Do

Oversee day-to-day dining operations to ensure excellence. Deliver high-quality food service that enhances the student experience. Drive financial performance, meeting company and client targets. Build and maintain strong client and customer relationships. Develop and execute strategic plans to elevate campus dining. Foster a positive team environment with strong leadership. Ensure compliance with Sodexo and client standards.

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

• Experience in a higher education dining environment.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.
• Ability to engage effectively with employees, students, and university leadership.
• Leadership Experience – Previous General Manager or Director-level experience preferred.
• Multi-Tasking Ability – Strong organizational skills to manage multiple priorities.
• Customer-Focused Mindset – Passion for providing exceptional service.
• Financial Acumen – Proven success in managing labor, procurement, costs, and expenses.
• Technical Proficiency – Experience with Drive, Market Connections (MSC), Kronos (Labor Management), E-Vision, and UFS (Financial Systems).

Qualifications & Requirements

Minimum Education Requirement - Bachelor’s Degree or equivalent experience. Minimum Management Experience – 5 years. Minimum Functional Experience – 5 years.