Area General Manager

Overview

Sodexo Corporate Services | South Carolina

Sodexo Corporate Services is seeking an experienced Area General Manager to lead a dynamic, multi‑site food service operation across three corporate accounts in South Carolina
. This is a high‑impact leadership role for a results‑driven operator who excels at client partnership, financial performance, and team development.

Based onsite at our Columbia, SC location, the Area General Manager will have full oversight of that account while providing strategic leadership and operational direction for two additional locations in Greenville, SC and Wilson, SC
. Travel is estimated at 30–40%, offering variety and exposure across multiple business environments.

Our food operations include cafés, catering services, and micro‑markets
, delivering innovative and reliable dining experiences to our clients and their guests.

Incentives

Predominately a M-F schedule with occasional evenings and weekends.

• Serve as the primary point of contact for client leadership, building trusted, long‑term partnerships
• Lead overall operational performance across three accounts, ensuring consistency, quality, and compliance
• Manage budgets, financial performance, and cost controls to meet or exceed business targets
• Lead, coach, and develop a diverse team of 5 salaried managers and approximately 12 hourly employees
• Drive engagement, accountability, and Sodexo’s food safety and service standards
• Partner with regional leadership to implement strategic initiatives and growth opportunities

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.

Minimum Education Requirement
- Bachelor’s Degree or equivalent experience

Minimum Management Experience – 5 years

Minimum Functional Experience – 5 years

• Ability to manage multiple accounts or locations simultaneously
• Ability to standardize processes while adapting to the unique needs of each site
• Experience driving operational consistency, quality, and compliance
• Strong consultative and communication skills to partner with senior client stakeholders
• Experience managing budgets, and financial forecasts
• Strong cost‑control mindset without sacrificing quality or service
• Strong skills in performance management, engagement, and retention

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 s 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.

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