Child Nutrition Food Operations Manager 2

Sodexo Group; Texas; On-site; USD 45,000 - 65,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a Child Nutrition Food Operations Manager to lead food service operations in schools. This role emphasizes creating a safe work environment, ensuring high-quality service, and fostering client relationships. The successful candidate will have a strong culinary background and experience in managing food services. The position offers opportunities for professional growth and a comprehensive benefits package, including medical care and 401(k) matching. Join a team committed to enhancing the well-being of students and creating positive learning environments.

Benefits

Medical, Dental, Vision Care

401(k) Plan with Matching Contributions

Paid Time Off

Career Growth Opportunities

Tuition Reimbursement

Relocation Assistance

Qualifications

• 2+ years of experience in food or culinary services.
• Strong background in managing food service operations.

Responsibilities

• Oversee daily food service operations ensuring compliance.
• Develop and execute strategic plans aligned with client goals.

Skills

Food Service Management

Culinary Skills

Bilingual Communication (English/Spanish)

Operational Efficiency

Team Leadership

Education

Associate's Degree

Tools

Computer Systems

Job description

Role Overview

Sodexo is seeking a Child Nutrition Food Operations Manager 2 to support our Schools Segment in Live Oak, FL. This role offers an excellent opportunity to grow, overseeing food service operations and leading a team to ensure high-quality service and client satisfaction. Typical working hours are M-F, 6am-3:30pm. At Sodexo, we deliver food, nutrition, environmental, and facilities management solutions to partnered K-12 schools. Joining us at one of our school sites means fostering healthy learning environments and positively influencing students’ well-being and performance.

Incentives

Relocation assistance available

What You'll Do

• Create and maintain a safe work environment for all employees
• Utilize Sodexo tools to build strong client, customer, and staff relationships
• Oversee daily food service operations and ensure regulatory compliance
• Develop and execute strategic plans aligned with client goals
• Monitor financial performance and ensure budgetary goals are met
• Support HR standards and ensure consistent team development

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 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.

What You Bring

• Experience managing food service operations
• Strong culinary background with an eye for operational efficiency
• Commitment to employee training, engagement, and safety
• Bilingual communication skills (English/Spanish preferred). Valid driver's license is required.
• Ability to prioritize tasks and lead with flexibility and professionalism
• Proficiency in computer systems and strong reporting skills

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 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 law. If you need assistance with the application process, please complete this form.

Qualifications & Requirements

Minimum Education Requirement - Associate's Degree or equivalent experience. Minimum Management Experience - 2 years. Minimum Functional Experience - 2 years work experience in food or culinary services including restaurants, fast food, vending, catering services, institutional services, mall food courts, etc.