Food Service Manager III — Lead Operations & Client Experience

Sodexo; Waco (TX); Hybrid; USD 56,000 - 73,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical benefits

401(k) matching

Paid time off

Tuition reimbursement

Job summary

Sodexo is seeking a leadership-focused professional to oversee multi-functional food service operations in a Texas setting. The role emphasizes client satisfaction, retention, and operational performance, with accountability for revenue and profit through disciplined program execution, safety standards, and daily oversight.

You will guide an engaged, high-performing team and collaborate with clients to sustain growth and stability.

Qualifications

• Education requirement: Associate degree or equivalent experience.
• Management experience: 2 years
• Related Experience: 1 year

Responsibilities

• Lead complex food service operations that influence client experience and retention.
• Drive financial performance through execution of programs and operational standards.
• Champion food safety, sanitation, and workplace safety across daily operations.
• Foster an engaged, high-performing team and coach staff to drive compliance and performance.
• Collaborate with clients to support account growth and stability.

Skills

Food service management

Purchasing

Inventory control

Food cost analysis

Production forecasting

Food safety knowledge

Team coaching

Customer focus

Education

Associate degree

Tools

Automated inventory systems

Inventory management software

Job description

Sodexo is seeking a leadership-focused professional to oversee multi-functional food service operations in a Texas setting. The role emphasizes client satisfaction, retention, and operational performance, with accountability for revenue and profit through disciplined program execution, safety standards, and daily oversight.

You will guide an engaged, high-performing team and collaborate with clients to sustain growth and stability.