Food Operations Manager 1

Sodexo; Sunnyvale (CA); On-site; USD 70,000 - 100,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Comprehensive benefits package

401(k) Plan with Matching Contributions

Paid Time Off and Company Holidays

Career Growth Opportunities

Tuition Reimbursement

Tuition Reimbursement

Career Growth

Job summary

A leading global food service company in Sunnyvale is looking for a Food Operations Manager to oversee café operations. This role involves leading a high-performing team, ensuring food quality and customer service, and maintaining compliance with safety standards. Ideal candidates have strong catering experience and are excellent multitaskers. Comprehensive benefits are offered, along with career growth opportunities.

Qualifications

• 2 Years of management experience required.
• 1 year of work experience in food or culinary services.
• Minimum 1 year work experience in food or culinary services such as restaurants, catering or institutional services

Responsibilities

• Lead and inspire a high-performing team.
• Oversee daily food service operations.
• Maintain standards of food quality and customer service.
• Ensure compliance with food safety programs.
• Bring fresh ideas to enhance guest experiences.

Skills

Strong catering experience

Exceptional multitasking skills

Organizational skills

Natural leader

Proactive mindset

Sense of humor

Education

Associate's Degree or equivalent experience

Job description

About The Role

The Food Operations Manager will lead café operations at a high‑profile client site, serving as the face of hospitality and ensuring seamless guest experiences in a fast‑paced environment.

What You’ll Do

• Lead and inspire a high‑performing team with a shared passion for hospitality and quality.
• Oversee daily food service operations, ensuring smooth and efficient breakfast and lunch service.
• Maintain the highest standards of food quality, presentation, and customer service.
• Ensure compliance with all food safety and physical safety programs.
• Bring fresh ideas to the table—literally and figuratively—to elevate the guest experience.

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, such as experience, skills, education, and training.
• 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.
• Additional benefits and opportunities will be provided to new employees upon hire.

What You Bring

• Strong catering experience with deep technical knowledge of event execution.
• Exceptional multitasking and organizational skills.
• A natural leader who mentors and motivates teams.
• A proactive, self‑starter mindset with a “can‑do” attitude.
• A sense of humor and a passion for creating joyful, memorable experiences.

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 through food service, catering, facilities management, and integrated solutions worldwide.

Qualifications & Requirements

Minimum Education Requirement – Associate’s Degree or equivalent experience.

Minimum 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.

Equal Employment Opportunity

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.

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