Food Production Manager 2

Sodexo; Jacksonville (NC); On-site; USD 49,000 - 63,000; Full time

Job summary

Sodexo Government Services at USMC Garrison, Jacksonville, NC seeks a Food Operations Manager 3 to lead one of the installation's food halls. You’ll guide a BOH team of 35–50 cooks while driving food quality, service, and cost effectiveness. You’ll oversee forecasting, ordering, receiving, production planning, plate costs, and financial performance. The role emphasizes leadership, supplier collaboration, and compliance with safety standards.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED.
• 1–3 years of food service management experience.
• Experience leading a BOH team of 35–50 cooks.

Responsibilities

• Lead a food hall and drive operational excellence.
• Forecast, order, receive, and production planning.
• Manage plate costs and financial performance.
• Guide and evaluate staff performance.
• Ensure safety, sanitation, and regulatory compliance.

Skills

Team leadership

Food production

Budgeting & cost control

Forecasting & inventory

Communication

Education

High school diploma or GED

Tools

Food management systems

Reporting tools

MS Office

Job description

Make an impact with Sodexo Government Services as a Food Operations Manager 3 at USMC Garrison in Jacksonville, NC. Lead one of the installation's food halls, driving operational excellence, food quality, and outstanding guest experiences.

Guide a BOH team of 35 to 50 cooks and senior cooks while overseeing forecasting, ordering, receiving, production planning, plate costs, and financial performance. Ideal for a kitchen leader who inspires teams and delivers results.

About the job

Step into a role where you’ll help shape daily food service operations while ensuring quality, efficiency, and consistency. You’ll support production planning, inventory oversight, and cost control, contributing to a seamless experience for clients, customers, and team members alike.

Accountable for managing people, setting direction and deploying resources; typically is responsible for performance evaluation, pay reviews and hire/fire decisions. Results are primarily achieved through the work of others and typically depend on the manager's ability to influence and negotiate with parts of the organization. Progression within Career Band reflects acquisition of broad technical expertise, business and industry knowledge, and process and people leadership capabilities. Accountable for business, functional or operational areas, processes or programs, which may include dotted-line or matrixed management.

Pay Range: $48875 - $63250

What’s in it for you

• A hands-on role with visibility into daily operations while coordinating high-quality food production and service.
• Ownership of purchasing, receiving, inventory management, and cost tracking to support operational and financial goals.
• Opportunities to influence menu planning, costing, and food quality outcomes that align with client expectations.
• Meaningful collaboration with clients, stakeholders, and internal partners to enhance service delivery.
• The chance to guide and oversee team members, building leadership experience while ensuring consistency and compliance.
• A supportive, team-focused environment that prioritizes safety, sanitation, and regulatory standards.
• Ongoing opportunities to improve processes and contribute to continuous operational excellence.

What you’ll bring

• Experience guiding and engaging team members in a food service environment.
• Hands-on background in culinary production, safety, and sanitation practices.
• Skill in organizing priorities, managing competing demands, and adapting to changing needs.
• Clear communication style paired with a customer-focused mindset.
• Familiarity with food management systems, reporting tools, and basic computer applications.

Requirements

• Education Requirement: High school diploma, GED or equivalent experience
• Related Experience: 1-3 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.