Food Service Manager 2

Sodexo; Red Bank (NJ); On-site; USD 58,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

Sodexo is seeking a Food Service Manager 2 to lead daily operations at HMH Riverview Medical Center in Red Bank, NJ. You will oversee multi-functional food service operations with a focus on client satisfaction, retention, and operational performance, while safeguarding safety standards.

Bring a background in food service management with emphasis on purchasing, inventory, food cost analysis, and forecasting.

Qualifications

• 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.

Responsibilities

• Lead daily food service operations with a focus on client satisfaction, retention, and operational performance.
• Drive purchasing, inventory control, and forecasting to support account profitability.
• Champion food safety, sanitation, and workplace safety initiatives.
• Develop and coach team members to improve engagement, performance, and service delivery.

Skills

Food service management

Purchasing

Inventory control

Forecasting

Food cost analysis

Food safety

Team coaching

Staff development

Education

High school diploma or GED

Tools

Inventory software

Ordering systems

Production management

Job description

Sodexo is seeking a Food Service Manager 2 to lead daily operations at HMH Riverview Medical Center in Red Bank, NJ. Join a dynamic healthcare team and help deliver exceptional foodservice experiences.Riverview Medical Center is a 460-bed nonprofit community hospital within Hackensack Meridian Health. The facility provides comprehensive acute care, including emergency, maternity, and cancer services.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: $58000 per year - $70000 per yearWhat’s in it for youLead 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 bringFood 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.