Retail Food Manager 1

Sodexo Careers•Modesto, CA

4d•Onsite

About The Position

Sodexo is seeking a Retail Food Manager 1 to support retail food operations at Kaiser Permanente in Modesto, California . This role is ideal for a hands-on leader who thrives in a healthcare environment, is passionate about food service excellence, and enjoys developing teams while delivering a positive customer experience. You’ll play a key role in ensuring smooth daily operations, high service standards, and a welcoming retail environment for patients, visitors, and staff. SodexoMagic is the joint venture partnership between NBA Hall of Famer, Earvin “Magic” Johnson and Sodexo. This strategic alliance enables us to deliver creative solutions to our clients along with our local partners throughout the communities we serve. For almost 20 years, we have provided top-level food, facilities management and integrated services to corporations, healthcare facilities, K-12 schools, colleges, universities and aviation lounges. At Sodexo, our purpose is to create a better everyday for everyone and build a better life for all. We believe in improving the quality of life for those we serve and contributing to the economic, social, and environmental progress in the communities where we operate. Sodexo partners with clients to provide a truly memorable experience for both customers and employees alike. We do this by providing food service, catering, facilities management, and other integrated solutions worldwide. Our company values you for you; you will be treated fairly and with respect, and you can be yourself. You will have your ideas count and your opinions heard because we can be a stronger team when you’re happy at work. This is why we embrace diversity and inclusion as core values, fostering an environment where all employees are valued and respected. We are committed to providing equal employment opportunities to individuals regardless of race, color, religion, national origin, age, sex, gender identity, pregnancy, disability, sexual orientation, military status, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by applicable federal, state, or local law. If you need assistance with the application process, please complete this form .

Requirements

Minimum Education Requirement - High School Diploma, GED or equivalent experience

Nice To Haves

Experience in retail food or food service management, ideally within healthcare, corporate, or high‑volume environments
Strong leadership skills with the ability to coach, motivate, and support frontline teams
Knowledge of food safety, sanitation, and regulatory compliance standards
A customer-focused mindset with a commitment to quality, service, and continuous improvement

Responsibilities

Oversee daily retail food service operations, ensuring compliance with Sodexo and Kaiser Permanente standards
Lead, train, schedule, and support a team of associates to deliver consistent and friendly service
Ensure adherence to food safety, sanitation, and workplace safety requirements
Collaborate with clients and internal partners to enhance the overall retail experience