Food Operations Manager

Role Overview

Food Operations Manager – Lead a Growing Team with Sodexo!

Sodexo is seeking a Food Operations Manager to lead retail foodservice operations for a leading biotechnology company in Boston, MA. This brand-new, growing account serves 1,000+ employees and offers the chance to build a strong, service-focused team from the ground up.

Competitive salary and comprehensive benefits (medical, dental, vision)

401(k) with company match

Paid time off and holidays

Career growth opportunities within a new and growing account

What You'll Do

• Oversee all retail food operations, including front-of-house and back-of-house staff
• Partner with the Executive Chef to ensure smooth daily execution across all food stations
• Ensure staff are set up, professional and ready ahead of each meal period
• Maintain quality and presentation standards across entrée, salad bar, pizza and deli stations
• Oversee point-of-sale (POS) operations during service
• Provide leadership and coaching to front and back of house teams

What We Offer

Compensation is fair and equitable, partially determined by a candidate's education level or years of relevant experience. Salary offers are based on a candidate's specific criteria, like experience, skills, education, and training. Sodexo offers a comprehensive benefits package that may include:

• 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

More extensive information is provided to new employees upon hire.

What You Bring

• Experience in food operations management within a high-volume foodservice environment
• Strong leadership skills managing both FOH and BOH teams
• Working knowledge of POS systems
• Ability to maintain food safety and quality standards
• Strong organizational and multitasking abilities
• Excellent communication and team leadership skills

Who We Are

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.

Qualifications & Requirements

Minimum Education Requirement - Associate's Degree or equivalent experienceMinimum Management Experience - 2 yearsMinimum Functional Experience - 2 years work experience in food or culinary services including restaurants, fast food, vending, catering services, institutional services, mall food courts, etc.