Food Service Manager 2

Sodexo; Georgetown (KY); On-site; USD 49,000 - 63,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k) Plan with Matching Contribu-tio

Paid Time Off and Company Holidays

Tuition Reimbursement

Career Growth Opportunities

Job summary

Sodexo in Georgetown, KY is seeking a Food Service Manager 2 to oversee breakfast and lunch operations on a premier automotive manufacturing account. You will lead the team to ensure quality, safety, and timely service in a fast-paced environment.

You will manage daily meal service, inventory, deli production, and staff coaching, collaborating with shift leaders to deliver a seamless lunch experience while aligning with client satisfaction and operational metrics.

Qualifications

• Experience with leading food service operations in a fast-paced environment.
• Strong background in purchasing, inventory control, and food cost forecasting.
• Proven ability to coach teams and drive safety and compliance across operations.

Responsibilities

• Lead breakfast and lunch operations in a fast-paced environment where quality, service, and execution matter.
• Oversee daily meal service, ensure food is fresh, stocked, and on time, coordinate deli production, support staff performance, and help deliver a seamless lunch experience.
• Partner with shift leaders and manage key operational reporting.

Skills

Food service leadership

Purchasing

Inventory management

Food cost analysis

Forecasting

Coaching teams

Safety compliance

Education

High school diploma or GED

Tools

Automated inventory systems

Ordering systems

Production management systems

Job description

Join Sodexo Corporate Services as a Food Service Manager 2 at a premier automotive manufacturing account in Georgetown, KY. Lead breakfast and lunch operations in a fast-paced environment where quality, service, and execution matter.Oversee daily meal service, ensure food is fresh, stocked, and on time, coordinate deli production, support staff performance, and help deliver a seamless lunch experience. Partner with shift leaders and manage key operational reporting.About the jobJoin a leadership role overseeing multi-functional food service operations with a focus on client satisfaction, retention, and operational performance. This position supports revenue and profit goals through disciplined execution of programs, safety standards, and daily operational oversight while fostering an engaged and well-supported team.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 per year - $63250 per yearWhat’s in it for youEnjoy a primarily Monday-Friday schedule with occasional evenings and weekends, plus opportunities for career growth and advancement. Build your leadership experience and make a visible impact with a global industry leader.Lead diverse food service operations that directly influence client satisfaction and retention.Drive operational excellence through execution of standard processes and performance metrics.Gain hands-on exposure to purchasing, inventory control, food cost management, and forecasting.Champion food safety, sanitation, and workplace safety initiatives.Build trusted client relationships while supporting account growth and profitability.Develop leadership skills through coaching, delegation, and team engagement initiatives.What you’ll bringStrong food service leadership skills, a hands-on management style, and the ability to thrive under pressure. You excel at coaching teams, maintaining high standards, and keeping operations running smoothly during peak service periods.Food service management experience with focus on purchasing, inventory, food cost analysis, and forecasting.Experience using automated food inventory, ordering, production, and management systems.Knowledge of food safety regulations, sanitation practices, and workplace safety standards.Experience supporting quality, patient satisfaction, and service delivery across operations.Proven success coaching teams, providing feedback, and supporting compliance and engagement.RequirementsEducation Requirement: High school diploma or GEDRelated Experience: 0- 1 yearsWhat we offerCompensation 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 Programs401(k) Plan with Matching ContributionsPaid Time Off and Company HolidaysCareer Growth Opportunities and Tuition ReimbursementMore extensive information is provided to new employees upon hire.Who we areAt 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.