Campus Catering Ops Leader — Food Service Excellence

Sodexo; Kearney (NE); On-site; USD 51,000 - 66,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical/Dental/Vision

401(k) matching

Paid time off

Tuition reimbursement

Job summary

Sodexo is seeking a Food Operations Manager/Catering for the University of Nebraska – Kearney in Kearney, Nebraska. The role oversees campus catering and dining operations, driving performance and client satisfaction through strong leadership and safety oversight.

Join a high-volume dining environment with a focus on hospitality, culinary quality, and strategic planning. Compensation reflects leadership responsibilities and a comprehensive benefits package.

Qualifications

• Experience leading on-site food service teams.
• Knowledge of HACCP standards and regulatory compliance.
• Hospitality-focused approach to service quality and customer experience.
• Experience planning and executing operational initiatives aligned with client goals.

Responsibilities

• Oversee on-site food service operations and dining operations at the University.
• Drive operational performance, financial results, and client satisfaction through leadership and safety oversight.
• Influence and negotiate with organization partners to achieve objectives.
• Lead initiatives in sustainability, culinary quality, and continuous improvement.

Skills

People leadership

HACCP

Hospitality

Operational planning

Culinary innovation

Education

Associate degree

Job description

Sodexo is seeking a Food Operations Manager/Catering for the University of Nebraska – Kearney in Kearney, Nebraska. The role oversees campus catering and dining operations, driving performance and client satisfaction through strong leadership and safety oversight.

Join a high-volume dining environment with a focus on hospitality, culinary quality, and strategic planning. Compensation reflects leadership responsibilities and a comprehensive benefits package.