Food Operations Manager 3

Sodexo

$74K — $96K *
Food & Beverages
Less than 5 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • 5-7 years of experience in food service leadership
  • Strong knowledge of HACCP standards and regulatory requirements
  • Demonstrated hospitality-focused approach
  • Experience in strategic planning aligned with client goals
  • Creativity in culinary innovation and sustainability practices
  • Bachelor's degree or equivalent experience in food service management
  • Minimum 3 years of management and related experience

Responsibilities

  • Oversee on-site food service operations and ensure service quality
  • Drive operational performance in safety and financial outcomes
  • Manage high-volume dining operations with client focus
  • Lead and develop on-site food service teams through training and mentorship
  • Implement culinary standards and sustainability initiatives
  • Build and maintain strong client partnerships to meet contractual commitments
  • Evaluate team performance and facilitate hiring and staffing decisions

Benefits

  • Comprehensive health benefits including medical, dental, and vision care
  • 401(k) plan with matching contributions
  • Paid time off and company holidays
  • Opportunities for career growth and tuition reimbursement
  • Support for health and wellness programs
Full Job Description
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: $74290 - $96140

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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