Food Operations Manager 1

Sodexo•Pittsburg, KS

1d•$50,660 - $65,560•Onsite

About The Position

Sodexo is seeking a highly organized and results-oriented Food Operations Manager to lead retail dining and concession operations at Pittsburg State University, located in Pittsburg, KS. This key leadership position is responsible for the day-to-day management of multiple retail dining venues and athletic/event concessions, ensuring exceptional guest experiences, operational excellence, and strong financial performance. The Operations Manager will oversee staffing, training, scheduling, inventory management, food safety compliance, merchandising, and customer service initiatives while fostering a culture of accountability, teamwork, and continuous improvement. The successful candidate will work closely with university stakeholders and Sodexo leadership to enhance the campus dining experience through innovation, responsiveness, and operational efficiency. This role is accountable for achieving revenue and profitability goals, managing food and labor costs, maintaining brand standards, and ensuring all retail and concession locations operate safely and effectively. The Operations Manager will play a critical role in building a best-in-class dining program that supports student engagement, campus pride, and the overall mission of the university. Sodexo provides college campuses with food, nutrition, environmental, and facilities management solutions. Joining us at one of our campus sites enables you to positively influence college students' well-being and create a healthy learning environment.

Requirements

Have a work history demonstrating strong employee engagement leadership skills, as well as previous supervisory experience and the ability to work collaboratively
Have culinary production experience and a strong background in safety and sanitation compliance
Can manage multiple priorities, demonstrate professional communication skills, and a passion for a high level of customer service
Prioritize tasks and exhibit flexibility to take on additional responsibilities as needed
Demonstrate working knowledge of Sodexo Food Management System (FMS) The Market Connection (TMC) and is proficient in computer skills and report management experience. This does not apply to external candidates
Associate's Degree or equivalent experience
2 years minimum management experience
1 year work experience in food or culinary services including restaurants, fast food, vending, catering services, institutional services, mall food courts, etc.