Food Operations Leader — High-Volume Dining & Safety

Sodexo; Washington (District of Columbia); On-site; USD 89,000 - 116,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Lead a high-performing team

Operational excellence focus

High-volume dining management

Sustainability initiatives

Client partnerships

Growth through leadership opportunites

Job summary

Sodexo is seeking a dynamic Food Operations Manager to lead on-site dining at a secured government facility in Washington, DC. You will oversee food service operations, ensure safety compliance, manage financial performance, and drive client satisfaction through hands-on leadership and strategic execution.

The role emphasizes teamwork, HACCP compliance, high-volume dining expertise, and a hospitality-focused approach to deliver exceptional guest experiences while pursuing continuous improvement

Qualifications

• 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.

Skills

On-site leadership

HACCP knowledge

Guest service focus

Strategic planning

Culinary innovation

Education

Bachelor’s degree

Job description

Sodexo is seeking a dynamic Food Operations Manager to lead on-site dining at a secured government facility in Washington, DC. You will oversee food service operations, ensure safety compliance, manage financial performance, and drive client satisfaction through hands-on leadership and strategic execution.

The role emphasizes teamwork, HACCP compliance, high-volume dining expertise, and a hospitality-focused approach to deliver exceptional guest experiences while pursuing continuous improvement