General Manager 5 - Food

Sodexo

$90K — $120K *
Food & Beverages
5 - 7 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • Bachelor's Degree or equivalent experience
  • 5 years management experience
  • 5 years functional experience in hospitality
  • Proven ability to manage complex, multi-service operations
  • Strong organizational and multitasking skills
  • Technology proficiency and data-driven decision making
  • Polished communicator with a professional presence

Responsibilities

  • Oversee daily hospitality operations to ensure high-level team performance
  • Lead, coach, and develop a diverse management team
  • Deliver exceptional, white-glove service to all clients and guests
  • Build meaningful relationships through proactive engagement
  • Provide hands-on support during peak periods and events
  • Drive new ideas and customer experience initiatives
  • Own financial performance, including budgeting and reporting

Benefits

  • 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
Full Job Description
Role Overview

General Manager, Hospitality (Corporate Services)

Fannie Mae Midtown | Washington, DC

Lead a premier hospitality program at a top financial services client.

Sodexo Corporate Services is seeking a dynamic General Manager (GM 5) to oversee a high-profile, single-site hospitality operation in Washington, DC. This is an exciting opportunity to lead a multi-faceted, high-visibility account and deliver a best-in-class employee and guest experience.

Why This Role Stands Out

You'll be at the forefront of a sophisticated hospitality environment that includes:
  • A Main Café
  • A fully licensed Starbucks
  • Catering & Conference Services
  • A modern grab-and-go concept
  • Pantry Services

As the senior-most hospitality leader on-site, you'll shape the experience, drive innovation, and build strong client partnerships-all while leading a high-performing team.

You'll serve as the primary client contact for the Food Service Operation, ensuring seamless delivery, operational excellence, and an elevated "white glove" experience across all service lines.

Incentives

M-F 6am to 4pm with some evenings, no weekends

What You'll Do

Leadership & Operations
  • Oversee daily hospitality operations, ensuring teams are equipped, aligned, and delivering at a high level
  • Lead, coach, and develop a diverse management team
  • Maintain a strong, visible presence across all spaces and services
Client & Guest Experience
  • Deliver exceptional, white-glove service to clients, employees, and guests
  • Build meaningful relationships through proactive engagement
  • Act as the trusted advisor and hospitality expert to the client
Events & Retail Oversight
  • Provide hands-on support during peak meal periods and high-touch events
  • Ensure flawless execution of conference and catering services
  • Conduct regular walk-throughs and operational audits
Innovation & Continuous Improvement
  • Drive new ideas, service enhancements, and customer experience initiatives
  • Use data and insights to evolve offerings and improve performance
  • Partner on marketing and promotional strategies
Financial & Operational Excellence
  • Own financial performance, reporting, and compliance
  • Oversee budgeting, forecasting, and weekly/monthly reporting cycles
  • Support accounting processes including invoicing, accruals, and reporting
Training & Development
  • Build and execute impactful training programs focused on hospitality excellence
  • Foster a culture of accountability, growth, and continuous learning


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

  • A passionate hospitality leader with a strong service mindset
  • Proven ability to manage complex, multi-service operations
  • Exceptional organizational and multitasking skills
  • Strong technology proficiency and data-driven decision making
  • Polished communicator with a professional, approachable presence
  • Experience in corporate dining, conference centers, or similar environments preferred


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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