Food Service Manager 2

Sodexo is seeking a customer focused Food Service Manager 2 for Colorado Mesa University, located in beautiful and  vibrant Grand Junction, Colorado. Grand Junction is a city that is a perfect playground for experiencing two seasons of sports at once. Come discover a different side of Colorado in Grand Junction! 

This Food Service Manager (Student Dining Manager) will ensure customer satisfaction and provide outstanding service for our long- term Client within our modern, safe and inviting environment.  A key element is setting a positive, FUN dining atmosphere - enjoy being with students and Staff.  Lots of daily interaction with students in the dining hall.  

Sodexo provides college campuses with food, nutrition, environmental, and facilities management solutions. Joining us at one of our campus sites enables you to positively influence college students' well-being and create a healthy learning environment.  Prior experience with high volume dining – campus or hospital experience preferred.  

• Manage the day-to-day operation of the Student Dining Hall on campus, serving up to 2400 students on Meal Plans.
• Ensure dining stations are full, presentation, temps, safety are maintained
• Manage supervisors and up to 60 employees - training, scheduling, payroll, safety
• Ensure a welcoming environment for students - creating a FUN environment and excellent customer service
• Create a positive working and dining environment; and ensure Sodexo standards are maintained

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.

•  2 – 4 years High volume Campus Dining experience from a large university, or other high volume dining setting. 
• Strong employee engagement leadership skills and a passion for customer service
• Experience with hiring, training, developing a large food service staff
• Manage multiple priorities, demonstrate professional communication skills, and a passion for a high level of customer service

Sound like the opportunity you have been looking for?  APPLY TODAY!

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 - High School Diploma or GED or Equivalent
Minimum Management Experience - 1 year