Job Description

Role Overview:

Sodexo Campus is seeking a visionary   Vice President of Hospitality   to elevate the Campus Food Management program at the  University of Albany to world-class status! This dynamic role oversees a $25M portfolio, including dining, retail, concessions, and catering services. You’ll lead a team, drive operational and financial excellence, and build strong client relationships. We’re looking for a strategic, innovative leader with a passion for creating exceptional dining experiences, a sharp financial mindset, and the ability to inspire and develop top talent. If you’re ready to take this program to new heights, we want to hear from you!  Sodexo provides college campuses with food, nutrition, environmental, and facilities management solutions. Joining us at one of our campus sites enables you to positively influence college students' well-being and create a healthy learning environment.

Incentives: Relocation assistance, car allowance, signing bonus, annual incentive eligible! What You'll Do:

• have oversight of day-to-day operations
• deliver high quality food service
• achieve company and client financial targets and goals 
• develop and maintain client and customer relationships
• develop strategic plans
• create a positive environment
• ensure Sodexo standards are met  

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:

• Have strong experience leading food operations in a complex, high volume,  higher education setting with strong P&L experience.
• have a work history demonstrating strong employee engagement leadership skills, as well as previous supervisory experience and the ability to work collaboratively 
• have culinary production experience and a strong background in safety and sanitation compliance 
• can manage multiple priorities, demonstrate professional communication skills, and a passion for a high level of customer service 
• prioritize tasks and exhibit flexibility to take on additional responsibilities as needed
• demonstrate working knowledge of Sodexo Food Management System (FMS) The Market Connection (TMC) and is proficient in computer skills and report  management experience. This does not apply to external candidates
• Valid driver's license required.

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 experience
Minimum Management Experience – 7 years
Minimum Functional Experience – 7 years

Job Tags

Holiday work, Local area, Worldwide, Relocation package, Relocation bonus,

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