Food Operations Manager 2

Sodexo Careers•Bridgewater, VA

2d•Onsite

About The Position

Sodexo Senior Living is seeking an Food Operations Manager 2 to join our dining services team at Bridgewater Retirement Community, in Bridgewater, VA. Bridgewater is a large continuing care retirement community located on a 55-acre campus nestled in the folds of the Blue Ridge Mountains. Bridgewater Retirement Community is ideally located near the center of the town, providing a flat terrain for easy walking access to dining, entertainment, shopping, the library and many recreational opportunities. This Food Operations Manager will oversee the independent living dining operations which include a formal dining room, cafe and catering. The ideal candidate will have excellent customer service skills and be a champion for their employees and staff. Prior catering experience is needed. Typical schedule is 9:00am - 6:00pm with every 5th weekend coverage.

Requirements

Prior food service management experience with strong hospitality skills
Prior catering experience with menu experience
Strong team building skills with the ability to train and develop employees
Working knowledge of HACCP protocols for regulatory compliance
Ability to manage multiple priorities
Professional communication skills
Passion for a high-level of customer service
Associate's Degree or equivalent experience
2 years minimum management experience
2 years minimum functional experience in food or culinary services including restaurants, fast food, vending, catering services, institutional services, mall food courts, etc.

Responsibilities

Oversee mainly FOH dining operations serving our independent living residents
Manage a staff of approximately 25 hourly employees
Ensure that the highest possible standards of food handling and preparation are achieved
Interface closely and daily with residents
Motivate, coach, mentor and develop frontline staff