Airline Lounges General Manager

Sodexo

$75K — $95K *
Hospitality & Recreation
5 - 7 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • Bachelor's Degree or equivalent experience
  • 5-7 years in food and beverage management
  • Proven leadership experience in upscale dining
  • Ability to manage large teams effectively
  • Strong communication and customer service skills
  • Familiarity with automated inventory management systems
  • Financial oversight and budgeting experience

Responsibilities

  • Oversee daily food operations to ensure high-quality service
  • Achieve financial targets in line with clients' goals
  • Develop and maintain strong relationships with clients and customers
  • Motivate and mentor frontline staff to enhance performance
  • Ensure compliance with safety and food standards
  • Manage profit and loss, inventory, and fiscal responsibilities

Benefits

  • Medical, Dental, and Vision Care
  • 401(k) Plan with Matching Contributions
  • Paid Time Off and Company Holidays
  • Opportunities for Career Growth and Tuition Reimbursement
Full Job Description
Role Overview

Sodexo Live! is seeking a General Manager for an airport lounge at LaGuardia International Airport (LGA) in New York, NY. Our airport lounges are dedicated spaces for passengers to relax and rejuvenate while awaiting their next adventure. Join our team of experience-makers and food fanatics and be part of creating memorable experiences!

What You'll Do

  • have oversight of daily food operations and deliver a high-quality product;
  • achieve company and client financial targets and goals;
  • develop and maintain client and customer relationships;
  • motivate, coach, mentor and develop frontline (hourly) staff; and/or
  • ensure Sodexo standards are met to include compliance with company food and physical safety programs.
  • fully versed in Profit and Loss, inventory and fiscal responsibilities of operating a stand alone business.


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

  • 2-3 years experience in a proven food and beverage management role within hotels, restaurants or other upscale dining venues;
  • have a work history demonstrating strong leadership skills and the ability to work collaboratively with all levels of the organization;
  • ability to direct and lead large teams;
  • possess the ability to manage multiple priorities, demonstrate professional communication skills, and exhibit a passion for a high-level of customer service;
  • exhibit flexibility to take on additional responsibilities as needed; and/or
  • demonstrate working knowledge of automated food inventory, ordering, production and management systems as well as menu graphics programs;
  • has experience in financials, preparation and oversight.


Qualifications & Requirements

Minimum Education Requirement - Bachelor's Degree or equivalent experience
Minimum Management Experience - 5 years
Minimum Functional Experience - 5 years

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