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Role Overview

Sodexo Senior Living is seeking a dynamic **Area General Manager** to lead dining operations at **Leisure World** , a large 55 and older adult living community located in **Silver Spring, MD** . This is a unique opportunity to join a high-performing team dedicated to elevating the customer experience, supporting one another’s growth, and crafting unforgettable dining moments. You’ll oversee two campus restaurants and catering functions serving over 8500 residents at this community. This role blends operational leadership with **creative marketing, community engagement, and brand-building** strategy.

What You'll Do

+ Lead daily operations across multiple foodservice venues with a focus on excellence and innovation

+ Develop and execute engaging marketing campaigns and social media strategies to grow brand awareness and customer loyalty

+ Manage budgets, analyze market trends, and drive revenue growth

+ Lead and develop a team of 3 managers and approximately 20 frontline employees

+ Foster a culture of collaboration, development, and accountability among team members

+ Plan and host restaurant events, build local partnerships, and champion community involvement

+ Ensure exceptional service standards and memorable guest experiences

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

+ Proven leadership experience in multi-unit foodservice or hospitality management

+ Strong marketing acumen with a passion for storytelling and brand engagement

+ Skilled in budget management, team development, and customer service excellence

+ Creative thinker with a drive to innovate and connect with diverse audiences

+ Comfortable navigating fast-paced environments and adapting to new challenges

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 completethis form (https://app.smartsheet.com/b/form/dbdf3c39f65e4cd49eda84cc599389ab) .

Qualifications & Requirements

Minimum Education Requirement - Bachelor’s Degree or equivalent experience

Minimum Management Experience – 5 years

Minimum Functional Experience – 5 years

**Location** _US-MD-SILVER SPRING_

**System ID** _983467_

**Category** _General Management_

**Employment Status** _Full-Time_

_Exempt_

**Posted Range** _$100800 to $152460_

**Company : Segment Desc** _SENIOR LIVING_

_On-Site_