Food Operations Manager 2

Sodexo

3.2

(24)

New Haven, CT

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    Position summary

    o-Market located on the York Street Campus.
    This leader will ensure a best-in-class guest experience through strong operational execution, employee engagement, and a focus on quality and service excellence.

    The East Pavilion Café is open 7 days per week from 6:00 a.m. to 8:00 p.m. and offers a wide variety of options to our guests, including:

    • Self-service salad bar

    • Deli station

    • Tex-Mex themed station

    • Global cuisine station

    • Grill and pizza station

    • Comfort favorites, grab-and-go options, and Green Mountain Coffee beverages

    Why Join Sodexo?

    At Sodexo, we are committed to improving the quality of life of those we serve.
    Join a team that values innovation, teamwork, and service excellence-and where your leadership can make a meaningful impact every day.

    What You'll Do

    • Oversee daily operations of the East Pavilion Café and MicroMarket.

    • Lead, mentor, and support a team of 40 union employees.

    • Drive guest satisfaction and maintain high standards of food quality and safety.

    • Ensure compliance with Sodexo, hospital, and regulatory standards.

    • Partner with culinary and retail teams to enhance menu variety and service efficiency.

    • Maintain strong financial performance and control operating costs.

    What We Offer

    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.

    What You Bring

    • Energetic, hands-on leader with a passion for the guest experience.

    • Union management experience required.

    • Strong organizational, leadership, and communication skills.

    • Ability to work primarily day shifts with flexibility as needed, including every other weekend.

    • Proven ability to thrive in a fast-paced, customer-focused healthcare environment.

    Who We Are

    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.

    Qualifications & Requirements

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

    Why you should apply for a job to Sodexo:

  • 4/5 in supportive management
  • Ratings are based on anonymous reviews by Fairygodboss members.