Food Operations Manager 2 - Sodexo

Do you have a passion for helping others?

Sodexo is seeking a Food Operations Manager 2 for Trinitas Regional Medical Center part of the RWJ Barnabas Health system in Elizabeth, NJ. This two-location health care facility has acute, long-term care and behavioral health units. The Food Operations Manager 2 role will oversee a team of approximately 60 client staff. Must have excellent customer service, delivery of compassionate care and have industry knowledge.

We are looking for candidates who will: 

• have oversight of day-to-day operations
• deliver high quality food service
• achieve company and client financial targets and goals
• develop and maintain client and customer relationships
• develop strategic plans
• create a positive environment; and
• ensure Sodexo Standards are met.

The ideal candidate: 

• has a work history demonstrating strong leadership skills, as well as previous supervisory experience and the ability to work collaboratively
• has culinary production experience and a strong background in safety and sanitation compliance.
• can manage multiple priorities, demonstrate professional communication skills, and a passion for a high level of customer service
• can demonstrate the ability to prioritize tasks and exhibit flexibility to take on additional responsibilities as needed; and
• must be proficient in computer skills and have report management experience.

Sodexo offers a full array of benefits including paid time off, holidays, medical, dental, vision, 401K and access to ongoing training and development programs, tuition reimbursement, plus health and wellness programs.

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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.

Basic Education Requirement - Associate's Degree or equivalent experience
Basic Management Experience - 2 years
Basic Functional Experience - 2 years work experience in food or culinary services including restaurants, fast food, vending, catering services, institutional services, mall food courts, etc.

Sodexo is an EEO/AA/Minority/Female/Disability/Veteran employer.