District Manager 2

Role Overview RELOCATION ASSISTANCE IS AVAILABLE! Sodexo's Campus Segment is seeking a District Manager 2 to lead and oversee the client portfolio of a high-profile Executive Food Management program at The University of Albany in Albany, New York . The District Manager will need to reside in the Albany area. + The scope of service is a mix of resident dining programs, multiple retail sites, concessions and catering operations with a total revenue base of approximately $25 million . + Reporting to the Vice President of Operations Management, day to day responsibilities will include providing overall planning, direction, evaluation and control to assigned units to achieve operations and financial goals, participation on a team, HR functions, establishing and maintaining effective customer/client rapport. + Providing leadership support to a team of Managers and frontline team members. This is a high-profile Executive Food Management position at a University that educates approximately 17,000 students. This position requires strong strategic leadership, financial acumen, talent management, communication and project management skills. Is this opportunity right for you? We are looking for candidates who: + Have strong experience leading food operations in a complex, high volume, higher education setting with strong P&L experience. + Must have five plus consecutive years of food service experience in a high volume and multi-unit management environment with a strong P&L background and has had previous success managing a prestigious University Campus account + Will have the skills to develop exceptional client relations + Ensure the facility's product offerings/solutions and lead/motivate the management team + Inspire strategic direction; secure and deploy resources; cultivate relationships with clients and other teams within Sodexo; ensure the fulfillment of all contract commitments; sustain client satisfaction and retention; and maintain strong employee relations + Have a strong focus on food quality and presentation as well as high end catering experience + Have had previous success managing a University Campus account + Have strong leadership skills, computer skills, culinary knowledge and food/beverage cost controls + Be well versed in culinary functions, food and labor cost control, food safety and sanitation + Be technically competent in unit financial management, pricing, menu development and will be responsible for the training and development of front-line hourly employees and managers. + Superior interpersonal skills and can develop and maintain professional, positive working relationships with multiple clients, liaisons, customers, employees, supervisors and vendors. + Strong communication skills and will be able to articulate ideas, thoughts, opinions, professionally and clearly within all levels of client and Sodexo's organizations. + Strong time management skills and will be able to juggle multiple priorities. Careers in Universities: Working for Sodexo in Universities allows you to support students on their path to adulthood and academic success. Located on college and university campuses across the country, Sodexo creates clean, safe living and learning environments that inspire and drive success. Student success depends upon so many conditions - when they are well fed, safe, comfortable and learning in a clean, well maintained environment they are more likely to succeed. Working for Sodexo: How far will your ambition, talent and dedication take you? Sodexo fosters a culture committed to the growth of individuals through continuous learning, mentoring and career growth opportunities. 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. 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 completethis form () . Qualifications & Requirements Minimumc Education Requirement - Bachelor's Degree or equivalent experience Minimum Management Experience - 7 years Minimum Functional Experience - 7 years Location _US-NY-ALBANY_ System ID _977406_ Category _General Management_ Relocation Type _Yes - According to Grade_ Employment Status _Full-Time_ Posted Range _$110700 to $167530_ Company : Segment Desc _UNIVERSITIES_ _On-Site_