Role Overview:
Sodexo is seeking an engaged and innovative Retail Manager 3 for The University of Alabama Birmingham (UAB) located in Birmingham, AL. UAB is an urban college campus that cares about its students, faculty, and community. UAB is an internationally renowned and the first Health Promoting University in the United States. UAB has an enrollment of over 20,000 students gaining education and personal development. Our campus dining program includes multiple retail outlets, high-end catering, and residential dining. UAB has an ambitious client with incredible vision, engagement, innovation, and creativity.
Reporting to the Retail Ops Manager, The Retail Manager will be involved in all day-to-day operations, and the ideal candidate will be energetic. This Retail Manager will oversee 3 National Brands, a Ghost Kitchen concept, and support with Campus Dining IT needs while working side by side with the Marketing team to promote Campus Dining. Seeking candidates with a proven track record for developing, leading, and engaging retail teams.
Incentives: *Relocation Assistance Available* What You'll Do:
- will oversee purchasing, menu compliance, inventory, food cost analysis and food production forecasting.
- ensure Sodexo Culinary standards, including recipe compliance and food quality, are implemented.
- have the ability and willingness to develop and motivate team members to embrace culinary innovations.
- ensure food safety, sanitation, and workplace safety standard compliance; and/or
- have working knowledge of automated food inventory, ordering, production, and management systems.
- have a passion for food and innovation;
- have knowledge of special diets and allergens;
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 experience managing multi-unit retail operations, preferably in a college or university setting.
- be comfortable with digital tools, reporting systems, and emerging retail technologies.
- demonstrate strong leadership and mentoring skills to guide frontline teams.
- thrive in a fast-paced, customer-focused environment with high standards for food and service.
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 - Associate's Degree or equivalent experience
Minimum Management Experience - 2 years
Minimum Functional Experience – 1 year of work experience in concessions, retail sales, or store operations
