Culinary General Manager

Job Description

Job Title: General Manager

Job Description

As a General Manager, you will lead Residential Dining, Retail Dining, and Catering operations while supporting the development of a state-of-the-art kitchen and dining hall. This role offers the chance to thrive in a faith-based campus community and collaborate with a highly engaged client partner.

Responsibilities

Partner with campus stakeholders, client teams, and project managers to support construction progress and communicate updates to leadership.

Maintain a strong campus presence and actively engage with the university community.

Lead, mentor, and develop team members to foster a positive and productive work environment.

Drive financial performance by meeting company and client goals.

Create and implement strategic operational plans.

Ensure full compliance with company standards and best practices.Essential Skills

Financial management

Policy compliance

Business management

Culinary expertise

Inventory management

Food safety

Sanitation

Cost savings analysis

SchedulingAdditional Skills & Qualifications

4–5 years of experience as a General Manager or Food Service Director in a high-volume dining environment, preferably in university dining, contract food services, or large-scale catering/event operations.

Demonstrated leadership with a collaborative management style and experience in food service operations.

Proven ability to manage complex projects and adapt quickly to changing needs with effective problem-solving.

Exceptional organizational skills with strong attention to detail and consistent follow-through.

Excellent communication, leadership, and team management capabilities.

Strong client relationship management and solid financial acumen.

Bachelor’s degree or equivalent experience.

Minimum 3 years in both management and functional food service roles.Why Work Here?

This is a great place to work because it offers strong career growth, with opportunities for advancement and professional development. The company fosters a collaborative and inclusive culture, where employees feel supported and valued. Flexible work arrangements and a focus on work-life balance are commonly praised, along with competitive benefits and job stability. The commitment to diversity, client satisfaction, and service excellence makes it a rewarding environment for long-term careers.

Work Environment

Working and managing a university kitchen.

Job Type & Location

This is a Permanent position based out of Jamestown, North Dakota.Pay and Benefits

The pay range for this position is $70000.00 - $82000.00/yr.

Relocation and Annual Incentive Bonus programs are offered for this exciting career opportunity!

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

Workplace Type

This is a fully onsite position in Jamestown,ND.

Application Deadline

This position is anticipated to close on May 24, 2025.

About Aerotek:

We know that finding work is hard, and finding meaningful work is harder. Aerotek connects 180,000+ light industrial and skilled trades workers with 14,000+ employers each year, helping our workers navigate an evolving labor market and find jobs that meets their goals, skills and interests. Since 1983, we have provided a variety of career opportunities across North American industry – from short-term assignments at Fortune 500 companies where you can build your skills, to long-term opportunities where you can play a vital role solving for companies’ construction, manufacturing and maintenance challenges. Our 1,500+ experienced recruiters across 250+ offices work relentlessly to put our workforce in a position to thrive. Let us rise to meet your challenges and put our people-are everything spirit to the test as your career continues to grow.

Aerotek offers weekly pay, employee benefits including medical, dental & vision, life insurance, health advocacy and employee assistance programs, a 401(k) plan, and employee discounts.

The company is an equal opportunity employer and will consider all applications without regards to race, sex, age, color, religion, national origin, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information or any characteristic protected by law.Company Description

We know that finding work is hard, and finding meaningful work is harder. Aerotek connects 180,000+ light industrial and skilled trades workers with 14,000+ employers each year, helping our workers navigate an evolving labor market and find jobs that meet their goals, skills, and interests. Since 1983, we have provided a variety of career opportunities across North American industry – from short-term assignments at Fortune 500 companies where you can build your skills, to long-term opportunities where you can play a vital role in solving companies’ construction, manufacturing, and maintenance challenges. Our 1,500+ experienced recruiters across 250+ offices work relentlessly to put our workforce in a position to thrive. Let us rise to meet your challenges and put our people-are-everything spirit to the test as your career continues to grow.

Full-time