Senior Director, Food Service Operations

Sodexo; New Haven (CT); On-site; USD 139,000 - 180,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, Dental, Vision

401(k) Plan with Matching

Paid Time Off and Holidays

Career Growth Opportunities and Tu it

Tuition Reimbursement

Job summary

Sodexo in the United States is seeking an experienced, high-impact leader to oversee large-scale food service operations across one or more sites, ensuring excellence in service, quality, and compliance. You will guide teams, manage financial performance, and cultivate strong client partnerships while driving strategic initiatives that support growth and customer satisfaction.

This role requires executive-level collaboration with stakeholders and a track record of delivering results in

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree or equivalent experience required.
• 5+ years managing large-scale food service operations.
• Strong leadership and people-management capabilities.
• Ability to influence stakeholders and manage budgets.

Responsibilities

• Oversee large-scale, multi-site food service operations with focus on quality and compliance.
• Guide teams and set directions, deploying resources effectively.
• Budgeting, forecasting, and monitoring financial performance.
• Develop and maintain strong client partnerships to support growth.
• Drive strategic initiatives and improve service delivery.

Skills

Leadership

Strategic thinking

Financial acumen

Client relationship management

Operational agility

Education

Bachelor’s degree or equivalent experience

Job description

Sodexo in the United States is seeking an experienced, high-impact leader to oversee large-scale food service operations across one or more sites, ensuring excellence in service, quality, and compliance. You will guide teams, manage financial performance, and cultivate strong client partnerships while driving strategic initiatives that support growth and customer satisfaction.

This role requires executive-level collaboration with stakeholders and a track record of delivering results in