Food Production Manager 3

We are SodexoMagic!

SodexoMagic is the joint venture partnership between NBA Hall of Famer Earvin “Magic” Johnson and Sodexo. As a certified minority company, we deliver food, facilities management, and integrated services to corporations, healthcare facilities, K-12 schools, colleges and universities, and aviation lounges. This strategic alliance between Magic Johnson Enterprises and Sodexo, Inc., enables us to deliver creative solutions to our clients along with our local partners throughout the communities we serve.

Sodexo is hiring a Food Production Manager 3 with UnityPoint Health - Iowa Methodist Medical center located in Des Moines, IA.

The Food Production Manager is responsible for food and supply purchasing, inventory, meal planning and the culinary experience for the patient room service program and the cafe. The position will use Sodexo tools and processes and integrate them with the programs at Unity Point to create great patient and customer experiences. As a team Sodexo leaders will work with the staff of North Memorial to drive staff and patient engagement, while working with leadership both inside the department and within the hospital.

• lead a team of hourly employees by delegating, assigning and prioritizing activities, and monitoring daily operations in the kitchen and retail cafe areas
• oversee catering deliveries and set ups and assist with ordering as needed
• motivate, coach, mentor and develop frontline staff members
• utilize Sodexo resources, recipes, systems and use of catering and retail programs efficiently

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.

• previous food production experience in healthcare, restaurant or hospitality environment
• experience providing catering food service a plus
• working knowledge of ordering, production and management systems and inventory management
• demonstrated success with leading and developing staff members
• have a background in safety and sanitation compliance
• experience in a Union environment is a plus

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.