General Manager at Southwest Foodservice Excellence, LLC

Los Angeles, California, United States -

Full Time

Start Date

Immediate

Expiry Date

05 Jan, 26

Salary

0.0

Posted On

07 Oct, 25

Experience

5 year(s) or above

Remote Job

Yes

Telecommute

Yes

Sponsor Visa

Skills

Leadership, Communication, Organizational Skills, Food Service Management, Cost Control, Client Relationship Management, Training and Development, Budget Management, Food Safety, K-12 Nutrition Standards, Operational Efficiency, Sales Performance, Marketing, Team Management, Problem Solving, POS Systems

Industry

Food and Beverage Manufacturing

Description

Lead with Purpose – Become a General Manager in K-12 Food Service! Are you ready to take the reins and drive impact in a school district’s food service program? As a General Manager, you’ll lead a dedicated team, oversee daily operations, and build strong relationships with district leaders — all while ensuring students receive high-quality, nutritious meals. This is your opportunity to combine leadership, strategy, and service to make a real difference every day. ---------------------------------------- POSITION SUMMARY The General Manager is responsible for overseeing food service operations across a school district site or group of sites. This includes leadership of salaried and hourly teams, direct client communication, financial oversight, operational efficiency, and program growth. The role requires a strong balance of leadership, strategy, and hands-on involvement in service and execution. ---------------------------------------- KEY RESPONSIBILITIES * Manage salaried managers and hourly associates across multiple school sites * Direct all aspects of account management and client relationships * Train and develop Assistant Managers to support business expansion or new contracts * Lead innovative efforts to increase student participation and support academic success * Build and maintain strong relationships with district administrators and school boards * Hire, train, evaluate, and support the development of all staff * Oversee budget preparation and manage labor, food, and operational costs * Ensure timely completion of required reports including inventory, production, and payroll * Oversee food preparation and service in accordance with quality, safety, and sanitation standards * Drive performance in sales, service, facility appearance, and cleanliness through staff training and development * Follow all cash handling and reconciliation procedures * Support daily service operations when needed to ensure smooth functioning * Implement marketing and promotional activities to support program growth * Fulfill additional duties as assigned ---------------------------------------- QUALIFICATIONS * High school diploma, GED, or relevant vocational training (Bachelor’s degree preferred) * Minimum 5 years of experience in food service, with 2–3 years as a Food Service Director (K-12 experience preferred) * Proficient in Microsoft Excel, Word, and Adobe Acrobat * Experience with POS systems and online reporting tools preferred * Strong leadership, organizational, and communication skills * P&L accountability experience and strong cost control skills * Must be able to pass a background check, fingerprinting, and MVR audit (driving required) * Deep knowledge of food service trends, food safety, cost controls, and K-12 nutrition standards * Ability to work independently and communicate effectively with executive leadership ---------------------------------------- PHYSICAL & WORK ENVIRONMENT REQUIREMENTS * Ability to lift up to 50 pounds occasionally * Regularly required to stand, walk, sit, and use hands * Moderate noise level in the work environment * Must be able to work a flexible schedule, including occasional extended weeks * Requires driving and attendance at meetings or company events We are an Equal Opportunity Employer (Gender/Minority/Veterans/Disabled) and participate with the federal E-Verify Employment Eligibility Program.

Responsibilities

The General Manager oversees food service operations across a school district, managing teams and ensuring high-quality meal service. This role involves direct client communication, financial oversight, and driving program growth.