General Manager 4 - Food

Role Overview

Sodexo is seeking a passionate and experienced General Manager 4 - Food to lead our dining services team at White Horse Village located in Newtown Square, Pennsylvania . White Horse Village is a premier continuing care retirement community in the beautiful Main Line area. This vibrant community offers residents a dynamic lifestyle, complete with upscale amenities and comprehensive health services. It’s also located in a region celebrated for its top-rated schools and strong sense of community—making it an ideal place to live and work.

If you're ready to bring your leadership and dining expertise to a setting that values innovation, service, and community, we’d love to hear from you.

What You'll Do

• Oversee daily dining operations across 3 restaurants, a bistro, a pub for independent living residents and 2 satellite kitchens serving skilled/AL residents.
• Lead a team of five managers.
• Deliver high-quality food service and ensure resident satisfaction.
• Implement Sodexo systems and programs, and oversee staff training.
• Continuously evaluate service to maintain high standards.
• Drive employee engagement and resident satisfaction through strong leadership.
• Integrate fully within our client’s organization and act as a trusted advisor.
• Achieve company and client financial targets and goals.
• Develop and maintain strong client and customer relationships.
• Develop strategic plans and create a positive environment.
• Ensure compliance with Sodexo 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

• five or more years of food service management experience, prior director-level experience, preferably in high-end or country club dining environments .
• Proven track record of delivering exceptional dining experiences in upscale settings.
• Culinary knowledge with a focus on high-quality, gourmet cuisine.
• Strong financial acumen
• Knowledge of special diets (CDM/CFPP certification is a plus).
• Strong background in safety and sanitation compliance.
• Demonstrated leadership and hospitality skills with the ability to work collaboratively.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities and exhibit professional communication skills.
• Passion for high-level customer service.
• Knowledge of food safety, sanitation, and workplace safety standards.
• Proficiency in Sodexo Food Management Systems (FMS) and Market Connections (MSC), and strong computer skills

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 an even 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 experience

Minimum Management Experience – 5 years

Minimum Functional Experience – 5 years