Food Operations Manager 1

Sodexo is hiring a dynamic Food Operations Manager 1 to join our food service team at White Horse Village, a premier continuing care retirement community nestled in the scenic countryside of Southeastern Pennsylvania in Newtown Square. Renowned for its upscale amenities, vibrant wellness programs, and exceptional dining, White Horse Village sets the gold standard in retirement living.

We’re looking for a hospitality-driven professional with strong front-of-house leadership experience and a passion for mentoring and training staff. A background in a country club or fine dining setting is highly preferred.  Typical shift is 10:00am - 7:00pm, may vary with every other weekend coverage. Bring your passion for hospitality to a team that values excellence, community, and care. 

• have oversight of day-to-day front of house operations for 3 restaurants, a pub and catering;

• manage catering billing and coordinate event logistics to ensure smooth execution and client satisfaction;

• manage a front-of-house team of approximately 50 staff members, ensuring high standards of service and professionalism;

• deliver high quality food services including retail, catering and resident dining operations;
• achieve company and client financial targets and goals;  
• develop and maintain client and customer relationships;

• ensure compliance with food safety regulations and maintain a clean, safe, and welcoming environment for all guests;

• ensure Sodexo standards are met. 

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 a work history demonstrating strong employee engagement leadership skills, as well as previous supervisory experience and the ability to work collaboratively; 
• 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 – 1 year work experience in food or culinary services including restaurants, fast food, vending, catering services, institutional services, mall food courts, etc.