Food Operations Manager 3

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Sodexo is seeking a Food Operations Manager 3 for a healthcare segment in Michigan. This position will be the lead point of contact for retail food service over multiple locations.

Travel Requirement:

This position involves regular regional travel to multiple sites and locations across Eastern and Northern Michigan. Candidates should be prepared to spend time on the road visiting different facilities, ensuring consistent support and collaboration across the region. Reliable transportation and flexibility to accommodate varying schedules are essential. 

A valid driver’s license and acceptable driver’s license record check is required. 

Sodexo offers a range of services to healthcare facilities, including food, nutrition, environmental, facilities management, healthcare technology management, retail, and patient experience services. Employees at our healthcare sites play a crucial role in enhancing patient experience and well-being

• Help further develop our Retail framework business within healthcare
• Be a Subject Matter Expert (SME) in regard to functional tools and systems, including point-of-service, food management systems and marketing platforms
• Provide operational support such as training and development
• Track compliance to key metrics
• Utilize their expertise and skills to enhance our operational strategy
• Experience with diverse retail concepts including café, coffee, micro markets, consumer technology including self-service and remote ordering, and gift shops/company stores

• Create and deliver innovative and enriching cafe experiences for patients, family and staff daily

• Mentor and develop frontline staff

• Develop and maintain client and customer relationships

Compensation 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 Programs
• 401(k) Plan with Matching Contributions
• Paid Time Off and Company Holidays
• Career Growth Opportunities and Tuition Reimbursement

More extensive information is provided to new employees upon hire.

• Have a strong hands-on subject matter experience in food operations, diverse retail, menu implementation, and new business deployment
• Have a background in Healthcare and other retail industries preferred, cross service experience a plus
• Have experience in organizations with multiple locations or business segments
• Have working knowledge and ability to create spreadsheets to track metrics, analyze data offer innovative solutions

At 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.

Minimum Education Requirement - Bachelor’s Degree or equivalent experience

Minimum Management Experience - 3 years   

Minimum Functional Experience - 3 years work experience in food or culinary services including restaurants, fast food, vending, catering services, institutional services, mall food courts, etc.