Sodexo Corporate Services is seeking a solution‑focused, technically strong Regional Food Safety & Compliance Manager to lead food safety programs across a dynamic, fast‑paced portfolio of workplace dining environments. We are hiring two positions — one based in New York City, NY, and one based in Menlo Park, CA. Candidates must reside within commuting distance of one of these locations and be comfortable with approximately 40% travel to partner sites, regional meetings, and cross‑functional business needs.
This leader will elevate safety culture, strengthen operational excellence, and drive behavior‑based change through influence, partnership, and hands‑on support. The ideal candidate thrives in complex environments, thinks quickly, communicates with clarity, and brings a modern, data‑driven approach to food safety and regulatory compliance.
This position plays a critical role in ensuring that every dining space operates safely, responsibly, and with excellence. You’ll be the connector between policy and practice—helping teams understand not just what to do, but why it matters. Your work directly impacts the guest experience, operational consistency, and the long‑term success of our clients and teams.
Lead food safety strategy — Drive regional food safety programs, ensuring consistent execution of standards, protocols, and regulatory requirements.
Conduct risk assessments — Perform audits, identify gaps, and implement corrective actions using data and root‑cause analysis.
Strengthen behavior-based safety — Influence teams to adopt safe habits through coaching, communication, and on‑site partnership.
Deliver technical guidance — Serve as the subject‑matter expert on HACCP, sanitation, allergen management, and environmental health.
Develop training programs — Create and deliver engaging training that improves frontline understanding and execution.
Partner cross-functionally — Collaborate with culinary, operations, and facilities teams to support continuous improvement and operational readiness.
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:
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Deep food safety expertise — Strong technical knowledge of HACCP, regulatory compliance, and high‑volume foodservice operations.
Solution-focused mindset — Ability to think quickly, troubleshoot effectively, and provide clear, actionable guidance.
Change management strength — Proven success influencing behavior, elevating safety culture, and driving adoption of new practices.
Data-driven decision making — Skilled at interpreting trends, incident data, and audit results to inform strategy.
Exceptional communication — Clear, confident communicator who can translate technical requirements into practical steps.
Multi-site leadership experience — Background supporting multiple locations with consistency, presence, and strong relationship-building.
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: Bachelor's Degree or equivalent experience
Minimum Management Experience: 5 years
Minimum Functional Experience: 5 years