Food Operations Manager 1 - Sodexo

Unit Description

Work for a company that cares for its people and offers opportunities for personal growth.

Sodexo Senior Living is seeking two Food Operations Managers 1 for Simpson House, an upscale continuing care retirement community located in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania.  This Food Operations Manager will oversee dining operations serving approximately 250 Independent living, assisted living and personal care residents.  Dining operations include one fine dining room and bistro for independent living, one personal care and one assisted living dining room.  This Food Operations Manager will oversee front of house operations and do roundings in the kitchen, safety compliance for cafe, and will fill in for General Manager in their absence.  Will manage a staff of 40 union employees.  Typical shift will vary between 6:00am - 4:00pm or 10:00am - 7:00pm with every other weekend coverage.

Is this opportunity right for you?

At Sodexo, you will find the ingredients for a great career in food service management. With benefits including schedules that encourage work-life balance and continuing education opportunities, you’ll enjoy an improved quality of life that’s unique in the hospitality industry.

Are you the experienced food service manager we’re seeking?

We are looking for candidates who will:

• have oversight of daily dining service and catering;
• have prior fine dining experience;
• deliver high quality food service;
• develop and maintain client and customer relationships;
• create a positive environment; and
• ensure Sodexo Standards are met.

The ideal candidate:

• has excellent interpersonal skills and enjoy working with seniors and managing people and the dining operation to make every day a better day for our clients and residents;
• has prior food retail, fine dining and catering experience;
• has the ability to 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
• is proficient in computer skills and report management experience.

Learn more about Simpson House

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.

Qualifications & Requirements

Basic Education Requirement - Associate's Degree or equivalent experienceBasic Management Experience - 2 years Basic Functional Experience – 1 year 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.