Job Description

General Manager 4 – Food

Sodexo / Good Eating Company – Washington, D.C.

The General Manager 4 – Food is the senior on‑site leader responsible for delivering exceptional hospitality, culinary excellence, and operational performance across a multi‑unit food and beverage environment within a high‑profile corporate setting in Washington, D.C. This role requires a polished, service‑driven operator with deep experience in catering, budget management, multi‑unit oversight, and high‑touch client engagement

As the GM4, you will oversee multiple foodservice outlets—including café operations, premium catering, executive dining, and hospitality programs—while leading a diverse team and ensuring alignment with Sodexo and Good Eating Company standards. This position is ideal for a hospitality‑focused leader who thrives in a fast‑paced, client‑facing environment and understands the expectations of D.C.’s corporate, political, and VIP clientele.

What You'll Do

• Lead Multi‑Unit Food & Beverage Operations — Oversee multiple service points, ensuring consistency, quality, and operational excellence across all units.

• Manage High‑Profile Catering — Direct executive‑level events, VIP functions, and complex catering logistics.

• Own Financial Performance — Lead budgeting, forecasting, labor planning, and cost‑control strategies.

• Strengthen Client Partnerships — Serve as the primary point of contact for a high‑visibility client group, ensuring satisfaction and proactive communication.

• Develop & Lead Teams — Recruit, coach, and mentor managers and frontline staff to deliver elevated hospitality.

• Ensure Operational Excellence — Maintain standards for safety, compliance, service delivery, and brand alignment.

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

• Hospitality & F&B Expertise — Strong background in premium foodservice, hotel, or upscale corporate dining.

• Multi‑Unit Leadership — Proven ability to manage multiple outlets, service points, or operational areas simultaneously.

• Catering Leadership — Experience managing large‑scale, executive, or VIP catering programs.

• Financial Acumen — Demonstrated success managing budgets, analyzing financials, and driving profitable operations.

• Client‑Facing Professionalism — Ability to engage confidently with senior leaders, executives, and high‑profile stakeholders.

• Knowledge of the D.C. Market — Understanding of the expectations, pace, and service standards unique to the Washington, D.C. corporate and hospitality landscape.

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 complete this form.

Qualifications & Requirements

Minimum Education Requirement - Bachelor’s Degree or equivalent experienceMinimum Management Experience – 5 yearsMinimum Functional Experience – 5 years