Food Operations Manager 3

Sodexo

$85K — $95K *
Food & Beverages
Less than 5 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • Bachelor's degree or equivalent experience
  • 3 years of management experience
  • 3 years of related experience
  • Knowledge of HACCP standards and regulatory requirements
  • Experience in high-volume dining operations

Responsibilities

  • Lead daily operations of on-site food service
  • Drive operational performance and ensure safety compliance
  • Manage financial outcomes and service delivery
  • Build and maintain client partnerships
  • Champion sustainability initiatives and culinary standards

Benefits

  • 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
Full Job Description
Great Opportunity with Accelerated Growth Potential! Sodexo is seeking an experienced Food Operations Manager 3 to lead Healthcare Food Service at MedStar Union Memorial Hospital in Baltimore, MD, a 223-bed hospital with 2,500+ employees.

This is an exciting opportunity to grow your leadership career! As Food Operations Manager 3, you'll lead daily operations while gaining the experience and visibility needed to position yourself for your next General Manager opportunity.

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: $85000 - $95000

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 or equivalent experience
  • 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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