Child Nutrition Food Operations Manager

Sodexo

$89K — $115K *
Food & Beverages
Less than 5 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • Leadership experience in on-site food service operations
  • Strong understanding of HACCP standards and regulatory requirements
  • Proven track record in high-volume dining environments
  • Ability to develop operational and strategic plans
  • Creative mindset for culinary innovation and sustainability
  • Bachelor's degree required
  • 3 years of management and related experience

Responsibilities

  • Oversee and lead on-site food service operations
  • Drive operational performance and ensure safety compliance
  • Manage financial outcomes and performance metrics
  • Build and maintain trusted partnerships with clients
  • Champion culinary standards and sustainability initiatives
  • Conduct performance evaluations and manage team development
  • Execute strategic plans aligned with client objectives

Benefits

  • Medical, Dental, Vision Care and Wellness Programs
  • 401(k) Plan with Matching Contributions
  • Paid Time Off and Company Holidays
  • Opportunities for career growth and tuition reimbursement
Full Job Description
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.

Accountable for managing people, setting direction and deploying resources; typically is responsible for performance evaluation, pay reviews and hire/fire decisions. Results are primarily achieved through the work of others and typically depend on the manager's ability to influence and negotiate with parts of the organization. Progression within Career Band reflects acquisition of broad technical expertise, business and industry knowledge, and process and people leadership capabilities. Accountable for business, functional or operational areas, processes or programs, which may include dotted-line or matrixed management.

Pay Range: $89250 - $115500

What's in it for you
  • Lead a high-performing team that directly influences client satisfaction and daily service experiences.
  • Drive operational excellence across food quality, safety, and service delivery.
  • Manage high-volume dining operations with ownership of financial and performance outcomes.
  • Champion sustainability initiatives and culinary standards that elevate the dining experience.
  • Build trusted client partnerships while delivering on contractual commitments.
  • Gain professional growth through responsibility for people leadership, planning, and execution.


What you'll bring
  • Experience leading, training, and developing on-site food service teams.
  • Knowledge of HACCP standards, regulatory requirements, and high-volume dining environments.
  • Hospitality-focused approach centered on service quality and guest experience.
  • Experience developing and executing operational and strategic plans aligned with client objectives.
  • Creative mindset supporting culinary innovation, sustainability, and continuous improvement.


Requirements
  • Education Requirement: Bachelor's degree
  • Management Experience: 3 years
  • 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:
  • 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.

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