Food Operations Manager 3

Sodexo • Washington, DC • 4h ago

Role Overview

SodexoMagic is hiring an Operations Manager 3 to oversee student nutrition operations for the District of Columbia Public Schools . Based in the Washington, DC area, the Operations Manager will manage and lead a portfolio of 10 schools with more than $5 million in managed volume inclusive of the student dining services, procurement, marketing, and food and physical safety programs. This role requires strong leadership and communication skills to drive operational goals and client relationships. The ideal candidate will have knowledge of school nutrition management and experience in food services.

SodexoMagic is the joint venture partnership between NBA Hall of Famer, Earvin "Magic" Johnson, and Sodexo. As a certified minority company, we deliver food, facilities management and integrated services to corporations, healthcare facilities, K-12 schools, colleges and universities and aviation lounges. This strategic alliance between Magic Johnson Enterprises and Sodexo, Inc., enables us to deliver creative solutions to our clients along with our local partners throughout the communities we serve.

What You'll Do

Lead daily operations of student nutrition services across 10 DCPS schools

Supervise and support school-based site leaders and front-line food service teams

Manage food procurement, inventory, and ensure food safety and quality standards

Implement marketing, culinary, and nutrition programs and initiatives

Build and maintain strong relationships with school leadership and support teams

Monitor and meet financial, compliance, and operational performance targets

Ensure completion of daily Quality Assurance audits and compliance with food and physical safety standards

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

Proven leadership experience in school nutrition, food services, or related fields

Business maturity and emotional intelligence to lead diverse, inclusive teams

Strong financial and operational acumen, with strategic decision-making skills

Effective communication, team accountability, and conflict resolution capabilities

Experience in talent management and developing high-performing teams

Ability to manage multiple priorities and meet deadlines in a fast-paced environment

Strong influencing skills and the ability to build relationships with internal and external stakeholders

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 completethis form (https://app.smartsheet.com/b/form/dbdf3c39f65e4cd49eda84cc599389ab) .

Qualifications & Requirements

Minimum Education Requirement - Bachelor's Degreeor equivalent experience

Minimum Management Experience - 3 years

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

Location US-DC-WASHINGTON

System ID 983940

Category Food Service

Employment Status Full-Time

Exempt

Posted Range $74900 to $113190

Company : Segment Desc SCHOOL SERVICES

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