Food Operations Manager 2

Sodexo Careers • San Antonio, TX

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About The Position

Sodexo is seeking a Food Operations Manager for a manufacturing client located in San Antonio, Tx. The position involves overseeing catering and food operations at 1cafe across the campus with a heavy focus on inventory management, food ordering, catering management, client engagement, and ensuring food safety and customer service standards are met. Modern Recipe brings together the ingredients that feed our best selves: Food that is in tune with our bodies and our planet, spaces that bring us together and keep our day flowing. This is all day food for modern living. Have oversight of daily food operations and deliver a high-quality product. Lead and supervise a team of employees, fostering effective communication, teamwork, and a collaborative environment. Achieve company and client financial targets and goals to include oversight of cash-handling and the POS system. Develop and maintain client and customer relationships. Oversee inventory control, monitor stock levels, and manage the ordering process to ensure the cafes are well-stocked and able to meet production demands without waste. Manage catering operations from intaking orders, creating custom menus and ensuring execution and client satisfaction. Maintain a high standard of customer service, promptly addressing inquiries and resolving issues to ensure a positive experience for all patrons. Work with the team to uphold service excellence. Implement best practices to enhance productivity and streamline operations. 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 complete this form .

Requirements

• Proven ability to manage and lead a team, fostering a positive, productive work environment.
• Exceptional customer service skills with a customer-centric approach to solving problems and improving service quality.
• Strong organizational, analytical, and problem-solving abilities, with a keen eye for operational improvements.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills, with the ability to engage with all levels of the team and effectively resolve conflicts.
• Ability to thrive in a fast-paced, dynamic environment, balancing multiple priorities while maintaining attention to detail and quality.
• 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.

Responsibilities

• Have oversight of daily food operations and deliver a high-quality product.
• Lead and supervise a team of employees, fostering effective communication, teamwork, and a collaborative environment.
• Achieve company and client financial targets and goals to include oversight of cash-handling and the POS system.
• Develop and maintain client and customer relationships.
• Oversee inventory control, monitor stock levels, and manage the ordering process to ensure the cafes are well-stocked and able to meet production demands without waste.
• Manage catering operations from intaking orders, creating custom menus and ensuring execution and client satisfaction.
• Maintain a high standard of customer service, promptly addressing inquiries and resolving issues to ensure a positive experience for all patrons.
• Work with the team to uphold service excellence.
• Implement best practices to enhance productivity and streamline operations.

Benefits

• 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 This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Manager
• Education Level: Associate degree
• Number of Employees: 5,001-10,000 employees