General Manager 4 - Food

Role Overview General Manager 4 – Food Sodexo / Good Eating Company – Washington, D.C. The General Manager 4 – Food is the senior on‑site leader responsible for delivering exceptional hospitality, culinary excellence, and operational performance across a multi‑unit food and beverage environment within a high‑profile corporate setting in Washington, D.C. This role requires a polished, service‑driven operator with deep experience in catering, budget management, multi‑unit oversight, and high‑touch client engagement. As the GM4, you will oversee multiple foodservice outlets—including café operations, premium catering, executive dining, and hospitality programs—while leading a diverse team and ensuring alignment with Sodexo and Good Eating Company standards. This position is ideal for a hospitality‑focused leader who thrives in a fast‑paced, client‑facing environment and understands the expectations of D.C.’s corporate, political, and VIP clientele. What You’ll Do Lead Multi‑Unit Food & Beverage Operations — Oversee multiple service points, ensuring consistency, quality, and operational excellence across all units. Manage High‑Profile Catering — Direct executive‑level events, VIP functions, and complex catering logistics. Own Financial Performance — Lead budgeting, forecasting, labor planning, and cost‑control strategies. Strengthen Client Partnerships — Serve as the primary point of contact for a high‑visibility client group, ensuring satisfaction and proactive communication. Develop & Lead Teams — Recruit, coach, and mentor managers and frontline staff to deliver elevated hospitality. Ensure Operational Excellence — Maintain standards for safety, compliance, service delivery, and brand alignment. 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 Hospitality & F&B Expertise — Strong background in premium foodservice, hotel, or upscale corporate dining. Multi‑Unit Leadership — Proven ability to manage multiple outlets, service points, or operational areas simultaneously. Catering Leadership — Experience managing large‑scale, executive, or VIP catering programs. Financial Acumen — Demonstrated success managing budgets, analyzing financials, and driving profitable operations. Client‑Facing Professionalism — Ability to engage confidently with senior leaders, executives, and high‑profile stakeholders. Knowledge of the D.C. Market — Understanding of the expectations, pace, and service standards unique to the Washington, D.C. corporate and hospitality landscape. Qualifications & Requirements Minimum Education Requirement – Bachelor’s Degree or equivalent experience Minimum Management Experience – 5 years Minimum Functional Experience – 5 years Who We Are 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. #J-18808-Ljbffr Sodexo