Food Operations Manager 1

Sodexo Careers•Janesville, WI

4d•Onsite

About The Position

Sodexo is seeking a Food Operations Manager 1 for SSM St Mary's Janesville Hospital located in Janesville, WI. SSM Health St. Mary's Hospital is a 50-bed hospital providing acute care services to the Janesville community. The ideal candidate will have a solid culinary background, strong computer skills, and the ability to manage inventory, place orders, prepare high‑quality meals, and lead a kitchen team. This role also supports the General Manager across all areas of daily operations. Sodexo offers a range of services to healthcare facilities, including food, nutrition, environmental, facilities management, healthcare technology management, retail, and patient experience services. Employees at our healthcare sites play a crucial role in enhancing patient experience and well-being.

Requirements

A background in food service or culinary management
Proven ability to mentor, train, and coach frontline employees
Ability to 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
Exceptional organization, attention to detail, and a self-starter mindset
A high level of computer proficiency that is necessary to this role
Ability to work a day shift (7am - 4pm and/or 9am - 6pm; Monday - Friday) with occasional weekends depending on business needs
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.

Responsibilities

Have oversight of day-to-day operations
Deliver high quality food service
Manages cash handling protocols & control procedures according to Sodexo policies
Mentor, develop, and retain frontline staff
Develop and maintain client and customer relationships
Perform management functions that include direct supervision of hourly associates including employee development