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Food Operations Manager 2

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Sodexo

Food Operations Manager 2

Westerly, RI

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Role Overview

At Sodexo we believe that Quality of Daily Life contributes to the progress of individuals and the performance of organizations. Use your passion for service to create a positive impact and make a difference in the communities we serve!

Sodexo is seeking an experienced Food Operations Manager 2 to join the Food and Nutrition team at Westerly Hospital, an 80-bed community hospital, part of Yale New Haven, located in Westerly, RI. The Food Operations Manager at this location will report to the Area GM, managing a team of approximately 15 union employees. This role will also be responsible for day-to-day operations, procurement, cafeteria and regulatory readiness of food production in the hospital.

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What You'll Do

The successful candidate will:

  • have oversight of day-to-day operations;
  • successfully coordinate all required tasks through subordinate managers, supervisors and front-line staff;
  • deliver high quality food services including retail, catering and patient meal management operations;
  • achieve company and client financial targets and goals;
  • develop and maintain client and customer relationships (i.e., comfortable in c-suite settings where communication skills are imperative when serving as top level site management)
  • develop strategic plans;
  • ensure HACCP, regulatory and standards compliance;
  • have daily interaction with patients, their families and clinical team to ensure patient satisfaction;
  • create a positive environment; and/or
  • ensure Sodexo standards are met.

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

Is this opportunity right for you? We are looking for candidates who have:

  • union management experience;
  • 2+ years lead food management experience with a focus on patient services and satisfaction;
  • have the ability to be creative and innovative;
  • have a strong working knowledge of food safety and sanitation guidelines;
  • have a commitment to quality and customer service;
  • have excellent leadership and communication skills;
  • provide direction, guidance, and supervision of patient hospitality employees at patient care units;
  • serve as senior and primary representative of patient care activities

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.

Client-provided location(s): Westerly, RI, USA
Job ID: Sodexo-28885264
Employment Type: Other