Client Executive-Food & Nutrition Services

Sodexo is seeking a Client Executive-Food & Nutrition Services for Yale New Haven Health located in New Haven, CT.

The Client Executive-Food & Nutrition Services will manage all food service operations at Yale New Haven’s York Street Campus (1,000 patient bed service program with 6 retail locations) and indirect oversight of St Raphaels Campus (510 patient beds, 2 retail locations with bedside dining). Reporting to the Client Executive II, this position is responsible for operational excellence, multi-site contract management, KPI attainment, client and Sodexo budget creation and adherence, c-suite relationships at the local hospital and health system level, and overall coordination and delivery of Sodexo's programs and high standards for this prestigious client organization.   

Must Have:

• 5+ yrs. healthcare food service experience
• 5+ yrs. direct report management experience

Is this opportunity right for you? We are looking for candidates who:

• have union management experience;
• have a strong P&L background;
• have experience managing multiple locations or business segments;
• can direct other leaders in a high-volume business;
• can build and foster relationships across Sodexo internally to ensure additional market growth and the promotion of comprehensive solutions offerings to clients – this includes collaborating with senior leaders and Business Development to grow Sodexo’s business in the assigned market;
• can develop exceptional client relations and ensure the facility’s product offerings/solutions align with client needs;
• drive solutions that optimize the current business portfolio;
• develop and execute a strategy to accelerate business growth throughout the region;
• play a key role and enthusiastically supports the succession planning and development of key personnel within area of responsibility;
• can ensure the organization’s brand reputation;
• and/or lead and motivate the management team, inspiring strategic direction;
• cultivate relationships with clients and other teams within Sodexo;
• ensure the fulfillment of all contract commitments;
• sustain client satisfaction and retention;
• and maintain strong employee relations.

Click here to learn more about Yale New Haven Health System.

Sodexo offers a full array of benefits including paid time off, holidays, medical, dental, vision, 401K and access to ongoing training and development programs, tuition reimbursement, plus health and wellness programs.

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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.

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.

Minimum Education Requirement: Bachelor’s degree or equivalent experience
Minimum Management Experience: 5 years
Minimum Functional Experience: 5 years