Food Service Manager 2

Sodexo is seeking a Food Service Manager to join our team at St. Margaret’s Center, a pediatric and young adult skilled nursing facility in Albany, New York. This is a dynamic, fast-paced role where you will oversee meal service for approximately 90 residents, many of whom require tube feeding. In addition, you will manage operations for a national school lunch program off campus. Typical hours are 8:00 a.m. – 4:00 p.m., with occasional weekend coverage as needed.  This position offers a great opportunity to grow your career with Sodexo while making a meaningful impact in both healthcare and education food service programs.

• Lead and supervise a team of hourly employees by delegating, assigning, and prioritizing daily kitchen activities
• Monitor food service operations to ensure quality, safety, and compliance
• Manage procurement and inventory to maintain efficient supply levels
• Provide hands-on support, including cooking when necessary
• Oversee deliveries and logistics for the school lunch program
• Motivate, coach, and mentor frontline staff to foster professional growth
• Leverage Sodexo resources, recipes, and systems to drive operational excellence

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.

•  Proven experience in food service management
•  Strong leadership abilities with a track record of guiding and motivating teams
•  Solid foundation in culinary practices and food preparation
•  Proficiency in ordering processes, management systems, and inventory control
•  Demonstrated success in leading, coaching, and developing staff members
•  Knowledge of safety standards and sanitation compliance requirements
•  Prior experience in healthcare or educational food service operations is highly desirable

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 - High School Diploma or GED or Equivalent
Minimum Management Experience - 1 year