Sodexo has an immediate opening for a Food Service Manager for Kent Hospital, located in Warwick, RI. In this role you will report to the Sr. Area General Manager, train and manage a team of approximately 40 union employees.

This role will direct and participate in all of the daily patient food operations, have direct interaction with patients and nursing staff while ensuring food safety and sanitation compliance. Must be able to work an evening shift between the hours of 11:30am-8:30pm, overseeing the evening tray line, closing down cafeteria, sanitation, closing and locking up the department.

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.

• At least 2 years college-associate's degree or higher
• At least 2 years management experience in food service
• Union experience a plus
• A passion for a high level of customer service
• A work history demonstrating strong leadership skills as well the ability to work collaboratively
• The ability to manage multiple priorities, demonstrate professional communication skills
• SERV Safe certification and be well-versed in regulatory and sanitation practices
• The ability to regularly analyze patient satisfaction data and implement additional measurements and action plans in these areas to achieve optimal unit performance.
• Oversight of the Patient Services area, patient food service production, and diet office
• The ability to ensure excellence in service quality and delivery schedules
• The ability to act as the liaison between the dietitians, nursing managers and the units. This role will participate in patient safety, patient experience initiatives.
• The ability to work with the diet office to review and address any patient menu/meal concerns, daily patient meal rounding

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 - Associate's Degree or equivalent experience
Minimum Management Experience - 2 years
Minimum Functional Experience – 1 year work experience in food or culinary services including restaurants, fast food, vending, catering services, institutional services, mall food courts, etc.