Food Operations Manager 1

Sodexo Group; Richmond (VA); On-site; USD 45,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a Food Operations Manager to lead culinary services at a university in Richmond, VA. This role involves overseeing food operations, ensuring high culinary standards, and fostering client relationships. The ideal candidate will possess strong leadership skills, a passion for food innovation, and experience in high-volume dining. Join a team that values diversity and is committed to creating a better everyday for everyone. This position offers opportunities for career growth and a comprehensive benefits package, making it a rewarding choice for culinary professionals.

Benefits

Medical, Dental, Vision Care

401(k) Plan with Matching Contributions

Paid Time Off

Company Holidays

Career Growth Opportunities

Tuition Reimbursement

Qualifications

• Minimum 2 years management experience in food services.
• 1 year work experience in culinary services.

Responsibilities

• Oversee daily operations of food service ensuring standards are met.
• Develop and implement plans to support client and strategic objectives.

Skills

Team Building

Financial Acumen

Client Relationship Management

Culinary Skills

Leadership

Communication

Coaching and Employee Development

Passion for Food and Innovation

Education

Associate's Degree

Tools

Sodexo Tools and Programs

Job description

Role Overview

Inspire students through food, and teach them what’s possible through sustainable resources.

Sodexo is seeking a Food Operations Manager for a University in the Richmond, VA area. The Operations Manager 3 for this higher education opportunity will oversee resident and retail business on campus, at this account. The best-qualified candidate will possess good team-building, financial acumen, client relationships, and diverse culinary skills. Experience in supervising authentic, diverse culinary menus is important.

What You'll Do

• Establishes a safe work environment
• Assumes the General Manager’s (GM) responsibilities and authority in their absence
• Utilizes Sodexo tools and programs to develop client, customer, and staff relationships, to ensure account retention
• Implements and fully utilizes all Sodexo tools and programs to ensure financial outcomes
• Directs daily operations of food service to ensure employees have appropriate equipment, inventory, and resources, ensures operating standards and regulatory requirements are met
• Develops and implements plans, and projects, with defined objectives, methods, timetables, and budget to support client and Sodexo strategic plan

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.

What You Bring

• prior high volume dining experience
• excellent leadership and communication skills with the ability to maintain the highest culinary standards
• strong coaching and employee development skills
• a passion for food and innovation

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 the 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 federal, state, or local law. If you need assistance with the application process, please complete this form.

Qualifications & Requirements

Minimum Education Requirement - Associate's Degree or equivalent experienceMinimum Management Experience - 2 years Minimum Functional Experience – 1 year work experience in food or culinary services including restaurants, fast food, vending, catering services, institutional services, mall food courts, etc.