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Job overview
The Food Operations Manager oversees on-site food service operations, leading teams and driving operational performance, safety compliance, financial results, and client success. The role focuses on high-volume dining, service quality, culinary standards, sustainability, and client partnerships. It requires a bachelor’s degree or equivalent experience, along with three years of management experience and three years of related experience.
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Full job description
Responsibilities include managing room reservations, coordinating technology support, overseeing vendors, maintaining event spaces, and partnering with caterering as needed.
This role drives operational excellence, enhances the guest experience, and ensures meetings, conferences, and special events are delivered efficiently, professionally, and to the highest standards.
About the job
Join a leadership role responsible for overseeing on-site food service operations and delivering consistent, high-quality service outcomes. This position drives operational performance, safety compliance, financial results, and long-term client success through hands-on leadership and strategic execution.
Pay Range: $89250 per year - $115500 per year
What’s in it for you
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Lead a high-performing team that directly influences client satisfaction and daily service experiences.
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Drive operational excellence across food quality, safety, and service delivery.
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Manage high-volume dining operations with ownership of financial and performance outcomes.
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Champion sustainability initiatives and culinary standards that elevate the dining experience.
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Build trusted client partnerships while delivering on contractual commitments.
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Gain professional growth through responsibility for people leadership, planning, and execution.
What you’ll bring
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Experience leading, training, and developing on-site food service teams.
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Knowledge of HACCP standards, regulatory requirements, and high-volume dining environments.
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Hospitality-focused approach centered on service quality and guest experience.
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Experience developing and executing operational and strategic plans aligned with client objectives.
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Creative mindset supporting culinary innovation, sustainability, and continuous improvement.
Requirements
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Education Requirement: Bachelor’s degree or equivalent experience
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Management Experience: 3 years
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Related Experience: 3 years
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:
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Medical, Dental, Vision Care and Wellness Programs
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401(k) Plan with Matching Contributions
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Paid Time Off and Company Holidays
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Career Growth Opportunities and Tuition Reimbursement
More extensive information is provided to new employees upon hire.
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. (https://app.smartsheet.com/b/form/dbdf3c39f65e4cd49eda84cc599389ab)
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