Airline Lounges Food Operations Manager
About The Position
Sodexo Live!'s Airport Lounge Segment has an exciting opportunity for a Food Operations Manager at Chicago Midway Airport (MDW). This role will have oversight of the food and beverage program, including food prep/cooks, bartenders, and food attendants. Responsibilities include managing club/lounge operations, culinary standards, ordering product, inventory, food and beverage (bar) program training, and financial reporting. The ideal candidate will have prior experience with culinary training, monitoring service, and complying with Sodexo and airline client standards. Oversight for both bar and back of house is required. We are seeking individuals with strong communication skills, flexibility, and adaptability in a fast-paced and frequently changing environment. This is a great opportunity for a hospitality-minded individual looking to grow their career.
Requirements
- 2-3 years previous food, beverage and culinary experience within hotels, restaurants or similar upscale hospitality venue
- GM level experience at the QSR and Fast Food level will be considered
- Oversight of daily food operations and deliver a high-quality product
- A proven background in bartending and/or bar management
- Proficient with Microsoft Office suite of programs including Word, Excel
- 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.
Responsibilities
- Oversight of daily food operations and deliver a high-quality product
- Achieve company and client financial targets and goals
- Utilize Food Management systems for menu development, ordering and inventory
- Provide the highest quality of service
- Taste products, read menus, estimate food requirements, check production, and keep records in order to accurately plan production requirements and requisition supplies and equipment
- Comply with all company safety, risk management, and HACCP policies and procedures
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
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Mid Level
Education Level
Associate degree
