Food Operations Manager 2

Sodexo is seeking a dynamic Food Operations Manager 2 to oversee comprehensive dining services at White Memorial Hospital in Los Angeles, CA. This pivotal role demands a skilled leader to optimize operations, drive culinary innovation, and maintain excellence in quality and service. The ideal candidate will thrive in a fast-paced healthcare environment, championing patient and guest satisfaction through effective team management and strategic planning. Join Sodexo’s dedicated team and make a meaningful impact by enhancing operational efficiencies and elevating the dining experience for all.

• successfully coordinate all required tasks through subordinate managers, supervisors and frontline staff
• deliver high quality food services including retail, catering and patient meal management operations 
• achieve company and client financial targets and goals  
• develop and maintain client and customer relationships (i.e., comfortable in c-suite settings where communication skills are imperative when serving as top level site management)
• have daily interaction with patients, their families and clinical team to ensure patient satisfaction

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.

• have culinary production experience and a strong background in safety and sanitation compliance
• can manage multiple priorities, demonstrate professional communication skills, and a passion for a high level of customer service 
• ability to drive employee success to enhance the value of the food and nutrition team 
• prioritize tasks and exhibit flexibility to take on additional responsibilities as needed

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