Food Service Operations Leader — Client Experience & Growth

Sodexo; Menlo Park (CA); On-site; USD 67,000 - 87,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical benefits

Dental benefits

Vision benefits

Wellness programs

401(k) with matching

Paid time off

Tuition reimbursement

Job summary

Sodexo in Menlo Park, CA is seeking a leader to oversee multi-functional food service operations, focusing on client satisfaction, retention, and operational performance. You will drive revenue and profit through disciplined execution of programs, safety standards, and daily oversight, while coaching a high-performing team to deliver quality service.

Ideal candidates bring experience in purchasing, inventory control, food cost management, and production forecasting, with a strong commitment to

Qualifications

• Associate degree or equivalent experience required.
• Experience in food service management with purchasing/inventory focus preferred.
• Knowledge of food safety regulations and workplace safety standards.

Responsibilities

• Lead complex food service operations to improve client experience and retention.
• Drive financial performance through execution of programs and standards.
• Expand expertise in purchasing, inventory control, food cost management, and forecasting.
• Champion food safety, sanitation, and workplace safety daily.
• Build partnerships with clients to support account growth.
• Coach and engage staff to raise performance and compliance.

Skills

Food service management

Purchasing

Inventory control

Food cost analysis

Production forecasting

Coaching

Team leadership

Food safety regulations

Workplace safety

Client relations

Education

Associate degree or equivalent experience

Tools

Automated inventory system

Ordering system

Production management software

Job description

Sodexo in Menlo Park, CA is seeking a leader to oversee multi-functional food service operations, focusing on client satisfaction, retention, and operational performance. You will drive revenue and profit through disciplined execution of programs, safety standards, and daily oversight, while coaching a high-performing team to deliver quality service.

Ideal candidates bring experience in purchasing, inventory control, food cost management, and production forecasting, with a strong commitment to