Food & Nutrition General Manager 4

Sodexo Careers•San Diego, CA

3d•Onsite

About The Position

Sodexo is seeking a dynamic Food & Nutrition General Manager 4 to lead food service and dining operations at Sharp Mesa Vista Hospital, the largest private behavioral health facility in San Diego and a valued partner within the Sharp HealthCare system. This leader will bring a hands-on, accountable approach to managing hospital food operations while inspiring teams, elevating patient satisfaction, and ensuring full regulatory compliance in a licensed California healthcare environment. Candidates must be a Certified Dietary Manager, Registered Dietitian or Meet one of the other California requirements.

Requirements

Proven leadership experience in hospital or healthcare food service operations, ideally within an acute or behavioral health setting
Hands-on, operationally focused leadership style with the ability to manage complexity and drive results
Strong knowledge of California healthcare food service regulations, including Title 22, TJC, and health code requirements
Demonstrated ability to lead teams, manage operational performance, and partner effectively with hospital stakeholders
Candidates must be a Certified Dietary Manager, Registered Dietitian or Meet one of the other California requirements.
Minimum Education Requirement - Bachelor’s Degree or equivalent experience
Minimum Management Experience – 5 years
Minimum Functional Experience – 5 years

Responsibilities

Lead all aspects of food and nutrition services, including patient meal operations, tray line efficiency, retail or café services (if applicable), and overall service excellence
Drive patient satisfaction and clinical collaboration through consistent quality, responsiveness, and continuous improvement
Ensure compliance with California Title 22, TJC standards, and all applicable state and local health regulations
Develop, coach, and hold staff accountable while fostering a culture of safety, teamwork, and operational excellence