Food Operations Manager 1

Sodexo Careers • Camp Pendleton, CA

4d • Onsite

About The Position

Creating solutions for everything from dining and nutrition to facilities maintenance and rehabilitative services, Sodexo partners with government agencies and military organizations to improve people’s quality of life and make a positive impact. Sodexo is seeking a strong Food Service Operations Manager 1 for the United States Marine Corps at Camp Pendleton located in Oceanside, CA. The Operations Manager will report directly to the General Manager and will be responsible for day-to-day oversight of all culinary operations for one of it's Mess Halls.

Requirements

• 3-5 years operational management experience in a high-volume food service dining environment.
• People person with a strong focus on maintaining positive client relations.
• Solid manager/leader who is perceptive and has attention to details.
• Proficient in use of online Food Management Systems for menu/recipe planning, ordering and inventory.
• Proven financial acumen/success: Food costs/ labor costs, budgets.
• Strong employee engagement and leadership skills.
• Previous supervisory experience.
• Ability to work collaboratively.
• Strong background in safety and sanitation compliance.
• High volume food service experience.
• Professional communication skills.
• Passion for a high level of customer service.
• Associate's Degree or equivalent experience.
• Minimum Management Experience - 2 years.
• Minimum Functional Experience – 1 year work experience in food or culinary services including restaurants, fast food, vending, catering services, institutional services, mall food courts, etc.

Nice To Haves

• Contract food service experience.
• Experience managing staff in a union environment.
• Food service experience in a high-end establishment.

Responsibilities

• Day-to-day oversight of all culinary operations for one of its Mess Halls.
• Maintaining positive client relations.
• Ensuring quality and presentation of food.
• Providing excellent customer service in a welcoming dining environment.
• Menu/recipe planning, ordering and inventory using online Food Management Systems.
• Managing food costs and labor costs.
• Managing budgets.
• Managing staff in a union environment (preferred).
• Managing multiple priorities.
• Demonstrating professional communication skills.
• Prioritizing tasks and exhibiting flexibility to take on additional responsibilities as needed.

Benefits

• 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

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: Associate degree