Food Operations Manager 2

Sodexo • Providence, RI • 2h ago

Role Overview

Sodexo is seeking a Food Operations Manager 2 to support food service operations at Women & Infants Hospital , a leading women's health and newborn care facility in Rhode Island. This role is ideal for a culinary-driven leader with strong operational expertise who thrives in a retail-forward environment and understands the demands of high-volume food production and catering .

The successful candidate will bring hands-on leadership, strong food manufacturing discipline, and the ability to mentor and develop a large frontline team while ensuring exceptional food quality, safety, and service.

What You'll Do

Provide day-to-day operational leadership for retail and catering food service operations within a healthcare setting

Lead and develop a team of approximately 45 hourly associates , fostering a culture of engagement, accountability, and culinary excellence

Serve as a subject matter expert in:

Food production and batch cooking

High-volume execution

Inventory management, par levels , and purchasing controls

Oversee retail-heavy operations , ensuring food quality, speed of service, and customer satisfaction

Manage and support on-site catering services , including planning, execution, and quality controls

Ensure compliance with all food safety, sanitation, HACCP, and regulatory standards

Partner with leadership and culinary team to drive continuous improvement in food quality, efficiency, and costs

Support scheduling, payroll, labor optimization, and financial performance in alignment with budget expectations

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

Strong culinary background with hands-on, large-scale food production experience

Sodexo experience preferred , but we will strongly consider Executive Chefs from upscale or high-volume restaurant environments with the right leadership and operational background

Proven expertise in:

High-volume food production

Inventory control and purchasing

Par level management

Catering experience is required

Prior experience managing in a retail or foodservice environment

Demonstrated ability to lead in a fast-paced, customer-focused setting

Strong communication skills and a hands-on, visible leadership style

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 -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.

Location US-RI-PROVIDENCE

System ID 988173

Category Food Service

Employment Status Full-Time

Exempt

Posted Range $70975 to $91850

Company : Segment Desc HOSPITALS

On-Site

Sodexo

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