Food Production Manager - Procurement

Lead the Operation Behind Exceptional Patient Care.

Sodexo has an exciting opportunity for a Food Production Manager – Procurement at Yale New Haven Hospital – York Street Campus in New Haven, CT. This leader will report directly to the Executive Chef IV and oversee a team of approximately 15 union employees within a high-volume healthcare food service operation.

Strong union management and employee engagement experience required.

This role is responsible for purchasing, procurement, inventory management, vendor relations, food production tracking, and food cost control. The ideal candidate will possess strong organizational and operational skills with experience managing food ordering systems, inventory controls, par levels, storage procedures, and budget compliance.

Candidates should have previous food production, culinary, procurement, or inventory management experience within a large-scale food service environment. Healthcare experience is preferred; however, candidates from other high-volume segments will also be considered.

• Manage purchasing, inventory, food production forecasting, and vendor relationships
• Monitor food costs, budgets, order guides, and product compliance
• Ensure proper storage procedures, inventory controls, and food safety standards
• Lead and support a team of approximately 15 union employees
• Utilize food ordering and inventory management software systems
• Support culinary quality, operational efficiency, and regulatory compliance

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.

• Experience in food production, purchasing, procurement, or culinary operations
• Strong understanding of inventory controls, food cost analysis, and ordering systems
• Healthcare food service experience preferred, but candidates from other segments will be considered
• Strong computer, communication, and organizational skills
• Proven leadership experience in fast-paced food service environments

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.