Food Operations Manager 1

Sodexo is seeking a Food Operations Manager to join our team at Glendale Home located in Scotia, New York — a beautifully designed, four-story facility serving 200 skilled nursing and rehabilitation residents.  We’re seeking a hospitality-focused leader with proven front-of-house management experience and a genuine passion for mentoring and developing teams. If you thrive in a community-centered environment where excellence and compassion go hand in hand, this is your chance to make a meaningful impact.  Join a team where residents are at the heart of everything we do—and take the next step in your career with Sodexo. 

• oversee delivery of meals ensuring timeliness and tray accuracy;
• round the floors at least twice daily; interact with residents focusing on overall dining quality, temperature, and service; 

• manage approximately 25-30 resident support workers (dietary aides);

• meet with staff daily along with monthly resident meetings; 
• oversee training of employees; interview and mentor new staff. 

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.

• has two or more years prior food service management experience, ideally in a healthcare or senior living environment;
• passion for our residents and customers to ensure our Sodexo CARES (Compassion, Accountability, Respect, Enthusiasm and Service) behaviors are followed daily; and
• excellent leadership and communication skills with the ability to maintain the highest of standards and implement company policies.

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.