Food Operations Manager 1

Location US-TN-MEMPHIS
System ID
986908
Category
Food Service
Employment Status
Full-Time
 
Exempt
Posted Range
$50660 to $65560
Company : Segment Desc
CORPORATE SERVICES SEGMENT (US)
 
On-Site

Role Overview

Food Operations Manager – High‑Profile Corporate Hospitality Account

Location: Memphis, TN
Company: Sodexo Corporate Services

 

Are you a hospitality‑driven leader who thrives on creating exceptional guest experiences? Sodexo Corporate Services is seeking an energetic, detail‑oriented Food Operations Manager to support one of our high‑profile corporate hospitality accounts in Memphis, TN. This is an exciting opportunity for someone who brings a concierge mindset to workplace dining—focused on elevating service, anticipating needs, and making every guest interaction memorable.

 

What You’ll Oversee

You’ll lead daily operations across a variety of food and hospitality platforms, including:

  • A vibrant Food hall serving employees and guests
  • Catering services—from everyday meetings to high‑touch executive events
  • Pantry programs across multiple office spaces

Incentives

M-F 6am to 4pm with some evenings, no weekends

What You'll Do

What You’ll Do

As the Food Operations Manager, you will:

  • Deliver a warm, concierge‑level hospitality experience to clients and guests
  • Oversee front‑of‑house operations to ensure an inviting, seamless service environment
  • Manage the everyday app our mobile ordering system programming and digital signage for promotions and guest communication
  • Partner closely with the client to plan and execute high‑quality catering events
  • Lead, coach, and support on‑site staff to maintain operational excellence
  • Handle pantry ordering and collaborate with the Executive Chef on café purchasing
  • Support ongoing projects aimed at enhancing the overall service experience

What We Offer

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.

What You Bring

  • Passionate about hospitality and creating memorable guest experiences
  • Personable, caring, and highly attentive to detail
  • Comfortable managing multiple service platforms in a fast‑paced environment
  • A collaborative leader who enjoys building positive client relationships
  • Organized and proactive, with the ability to juggle both daily operations and special projects

Who We Are

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.

Qualifications & Requirements

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.

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