Food Operations Manager 1

Sodexo Careers•Commerce, TX

1d•Onsite

About The Position

Sodexo is seeking a Food Operations Manager to support dining and retail operations at East Texas A&M University in Commerce, Texas. This position is ideal for an experienced food service leader with a strong background in residential dining, retail food operations, and customer service in high-volume operations.

Requirements

Experience managing food service operations in a high-volume dining, retail, hospitality, or campus environment
Strong leadership skills with the ability to motivate and develop diverse teams
Knowledge of retail food concepts, customer service best practices, and operational excellence
Strong organizational, communication, and problem-solving skills
Ability to manage multiple priorities while maintaining a focus on service and quality
Proficiency with food safety, sanitation, and regulatory compliance standards
Minimum Education Requirement - 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

Lead daily operations across residential dining and retail food venues, ensuring efficient execution and exceptional customer service
Supervise, train, and develop frontline staff to foster a culture of engagement, accountability, and continuous improvement
Support catering operations and special events, ensuring successful planning and execution
Manage labor scheduling, productivity, and staffing to meet operational needs
Ensure compliance with food safety, sanitation, HACCP, and Sodexo standards
Assist with inventory management, cost controls, and operational reporting
Partner with culinary and campus leadership teams to support dining programs and enhance the overall guest experience