Food Operations Manager 1

Sodexo is seeking a Food Operations Manager 1 for New Bridge Medical Center in Paramus, NJ.   In this role you will be responsible for the purchasing of food and supplies as well as ensuring that all systems are being followed in the food areas.The Manager will directly supervise a team of about 18 hospital employees, providing patient meals (approx. 850 per meal period) and 2 small onsite retail locations.  The hours for this role will be approximately 10:00am-6:00pm, Monday through Friday, and will will need some flexibility to provide weekend coverage 1x/month.

New Bridge Medical Center is a 1000 bed acute and long-term care hospital.  The hospital campus also houses a nursing home and a mental health facility.  It is a full-service hospital with a 24/7 emergency department, surgical suites, physical rehabilitation, pharmacy, laboratory, radiologic services (including digital mammography), and more than 26 medical specialties available through its Ambulatory Care Center. 

Sodexo offers a range of services to healthcare facilities, including food, nutrition, environmental, facilities management, healthcare technology management, retail, and patient experience services. Employees at our healthcare sites play a crucial role in enhancing patient experience and well-being.

• coordinate all required tasks, and managing scheduling through frontline staff
• build out weekly menus with the Executive Chef and manage associated costs effectively
• manage patient floor stock program
• oversee inventory and purchasing
• deliver high quality food services including retail, patient meals, and catering as needed
• support the Executive Chef as the right hand person on the culinary side of operations
• ensure compliance with HACCP, regulatory and Sodexo standards
• have daily interaction with fellow managers 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.

• Strong inventory, purchasing financial UFS and POS reports preferred
•  a work history with prior supervisory responsibility, demonstrating strong employee engagement 
• culinary production experience (healthcare experience is a plus)
• excellent computer skills - Microsoft Word, Outlook, Excel, Publisher, PowerPoint and Access capabilities
• can manage multiple priorities while maintaining a high level of customer service

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.