Job Description

Success is yours when you collaborate and work hard in our team-based culture.

Sodexo’s Campus Segment is seeking an experienced Retail Manager 3 to join our team at the Colorado School of Mines, located in the heart of beautiful Golden, Colorado. In this high-impact leadership role, you will play a key part in expanding our on-campus retail footprint and elevating the student, faculty, and guest experience across multiple locations.

As the Retail Manager 3, you will oversee a dynamic portfolio of established retail concepts while also leading the launch of two brand-new locations on campus. This position requires a strategic, hands-on operator who excels in service excellence, team development, financial performance, and operational execution. You will collaborate closely with campus partners and internal teams to build an engaging, efficient, and high-performing retail environment that reflects Sodexo’s commitment to quality and innovation.

What You'll Do

• Lead the opening, operations, and growth of two new campus retail locations, in addition to managing existing concepts.
• Oversee, coach, and develop a team of approximately 30 hourly associates, fostering a positive, service-driven culture.
• Ensure a best-in-class guest experience with a strong, consistent focus on customer service and hospitality.
• Drive operational excellence through effective budgeting, cost control, inventory management, scheduling, and P&L oversight.
• Implement training, coaching, and performance development programs to support team success and operational consistency.
• Collaborate with cross-functional partners to maintain brand standards, support marketing initiatives, and drive sales growth.

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 hands-on, people-centered leadership style with the ability to motivate and develop diverse teams.
• Proven success in fast-paced, high-volume retail or hospitality environments.
• Strong organizational skills with the ability to balance daily execution, long-term planning, and team development.
• A commitment to delivering exceptional service and building a welcoming environment for students, faculty, and guests.
• Financial acumen, including experience with budgeting, cost controls, and inventory management.
• Adaptability, initiative, and a drive for continuous improvement.

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 - Associate's Degree or equivalent experienceMinimum Management Experience - 2 years Minimum Functional Experience – 1 year of work experience in concessions, retail sales, or store operations