Food Operations Manager 2

Entegra; Belmont (MA); On-site; USD 78,000 - 100,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, Dental, Vision Care and Well‑

401(k) Plan with Matching Contribu...

Paid Time Off and Company Holidays

Career Growth Opportunities and Tu...

Job summary

Sodexo is seeking a senior leader to oversee on-site dining operations at McLean Hospital, delivering exceptional patient, retail, and catering experiences. You will drive food quality, safety, team engagement, and operational excellence in a healthcare setting.

You will lead frontline teams, manage budgets, inventory, and compliance while partnering with clinical and operations teams to support patient well-being and contract success.

Qualifications

• Associate degree or equivalent experience required.
• 2-3 years management experience
• 2-3 years related experience
• Experience leading on-site food service teams

Responsibilities

• Lead on-site dining operations and ensure patient, retail, and catering experiences.
• Drive food quality, safety, and service standards.
• Develop frontline teams and manage budgets, inventory, and compliance.
• Collaborate with clinical and operational partners.

Skills

Team leadership

Budgeting

Inventory management

Food safety

Operational excellence

Communication

Healthcare dining

Education

Associate degree or equivalent experience

Job description

Lead daily food service operations for McLean Hospital’s dining program, ensuring exceptional patient, retail, and catering experiences. Drive food quality, safety, team engagement, and operational excellence in a healthcare environment.

Lead and develop frontline teams while managing budgets, inventory, compliance, and service standards. Collaborate with clinical and operational partners to deliver high-quality dining experiences that support patient well-being.

About the job

Join a leadership role responsible for overseeing on-site food service operations and delivering exceptional service outcomes. This position drives operational performance, financial results, and client satisfaction through effective team leadership, safety oversight, and strategic execution.

Pay Range: $77605 - $100430

What’s in it for you

Join Sodexo at nationally recognized McLean Hospital and make a meaningful impact on patient care through hospitality. Grow your career with industry-leading training, mentorship, and advancement opportunities.

Enjoy a supportive team culture, comprehensive benefits, and the opportunity to lead innovative dining programs. Work for a company committed to diversity, inclusion, sustainability, and employee development.

• Lead a high-performing team that directly impacts client satisfaction and daily experiences.
• Influence operational excellence through hands-on leadership and strategic planning.
• Manage high-volume dining operations with visibility across service, safety, and financial outcomes.
• Champion sustainability, culinary quality, and continuous improvement initiatives.
• Partner closely with clients to strengthen relationships and deliver on contractual commitments.
• Gain professional growth through ownership of operations, people development, and long-term planning.

What you’ll bring

Strong food service management experience with a focus on patient dining, retail, or healthcare operations. Proven ability to lead teams, manage priorities, and foster a culture of safety, accountability, and service excellence.

Knowledge of food safety, sanitation, labor management, and financial controls. Excellent communication skills with the ability to build relationships, solve problems, and drive continuous improvement across operations

• Experience leading, training, and developing on-site food service teams.
• Knowledge of HACCP standards, regulatory compliance, and high-volume dining environments.
• Hospitality-focused approach centered on service quality and customer experience.
• Experience planning and executing operational and strategic initiatives aligned with client goals.
• Creative mindset supporting culinary innovation, sustainability, and team engagement.

Requirements

• Education Requirement: Associate degree or equivalent experience
• Management Experience: 2 - 3 years
• Related Experience: 2 - 3 years

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.

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.