Food Operations Manager 2

Sodexo • Richmond, VA • 2h ago

Role Overview

Sodexo Corporate Services | Federal Reserve Bank - Richmond, VA

Are you a financially savvy food service leader who thrives in a dynamic, high-profile corporate environment? Sodexo Corporate Services is seeking an experienced Food Operations Manager 2 to support a premier account at the Federal Reserve Bank in Richmond, VA .

This role is perfect for someone who loves numbers, insights, and impact -and who also enjoys being connected to day-to-day operations without being hands-on in the kitchen.

About the Operation

You'll support a diverse, hospitality-forward food program that includes:

Corporate Café with 5 stations (grill, deli, entrée, global cuisine, salad bar + rotating pop-ups)

Café hours: 7:30 AM - 1:30 PM

24-hour Grab & Go with self checkout

Starbucks® licensed location

Open 7:30 AM - 3:00 PM

Executive Dining Room

Elevated lunch buffet, 4 days per week | 11:30 AM - 1:30 PM

Catering production for the building

Team size: 24 hourly employees on site

The Role at a Glance

This position is 70% finance-focused and 30% operationally engaged -ideal for a finance professional with food service experience who wants to be deeply embedded in the business.

You will serve as a trusted financial and operational partner to General Managers and Operations Leaders, helping drive performance, accountability, and continuous improvement.

Incentives

M-F 6am to 4pm with some evenings, no weekends

What You'll Do

Key Responsibilities

Financial Leadership & Analysis (Primary Focus)

Lead daily, weekly, monthly financial reporting with accuracy and consistency

Own weekly flash reports , including analysis of:

Volume

Labor

Food cost

Settlements with clear root-cause explanations

Deliver insight-driven forecasts and performance trends

Manage all financial matters across cost centers, including:

Account reconciliations

AR / AP

Billing

Budgeting

Inventory & transfers

Perform trend and year-over-year variance analysis to support budgeting and decision-making

Partner with General Managers to:

Optimize labor

Control food cost

Improve margins

Provide ongoing financial coaching to GMs, Chefs, and Operations Leaders

Monitor labor trends and staffing efficiencies, recommending adjustments as needed

Manage ABC and business licensing compliance

Operational Support & Engagement

Be present in the operation, supporting:

Café oversight

Starbucks initiatives

Catering and special events

Marketing and program rollouts

Assist with implementation of new programs and concepts

Support leaders where needed to ensure smooth daily operations

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 finance and accounting background with food service or hospitality experience

Proven ability to analyze data and translate it into actionable insights

Experience supporting multiple food service platforms (café, catering, executive dining preferred)

Confident communicator who can partner with leaders at all levels

Detail-oriented, organized, and deadline-driven

Comfortable working in a regulated, professional corporate 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 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-VA-RICHMOND

System ID 988119

Category Food Service

Employment Status Full-Time

Exempt

Posted Range $64600 to $83600

Company : Segment Desc CORPORATE SERVICES SEGMENT (US)

On-Site

Sodexo

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