Location: Lima, OH
Where Culinary Passion Meets Operational Excellence
Ready to take your culinary leadership to a place where your impact goes beyond the kitchen? We’re looking for a dynamic General Manager with strong culinary roots to lead a thriving food service operation in Lima, OH—a welcoming community charm, lower cost of living, and a slower pace of life that lets you focus on what you love: great food and great people.
This is more than just a job—it's an opportunity to shape a dining experience that brings comfort, quality, and innovation to every plate. Whether you're a chef-turned-leader or an experienced food service professional with a passion for team development, this role gives you the space and autonomy to make a real difference.
Incentives This is temporary in nature and could last up to 6-12 months. What You'll DoLead day-to-day operations across front and back of house, including full-service dining
Ensure top-tier food quality, safety, and presentation through daily kitchen inspections
Drive consistency and excellence across breakfast, lunch, dinner, and late-night service
Innovate and implement systems to streamline operations and boost team performance
Ensure compliance with HACCP protocols and all food safety regulations
Manage scheduling, staffing, and payroll for a 7-day service operation
Deliver operational reports and insights to clients and internal stakeholdersBuild a strong team culture with coaching, training, and engagement
Develop and maintain strong client and customer relationships built on trust and satisfaction
What We OfferCompensation 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 Programs401(k) Plan with Matching ContributionsPaid Time Off and Company HolidaysCareer Growth Opportunities and Tuition Reimbursement
More extensive information is provided to new employees upon hire.
What You BringProven experience in culinary leadership orfood service operations
A hands-on, culinary-driven approach with a love for exceptional food
Strong working knowledge of kitchen systems, food safety, and quality control
Ability to inspire and lead diverse teams toward shared goals
A customer-first mindset with a passion for service excellence
Experience in client communications, employee development, and managing multiple service lines
Who We AreAt 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 & RequirementsMinimum Education Requirement - Bachelor's Degree or equivalent experience
Minimum Management Experience - 3 years
Minimum Functional Experience - 3 years