Food Service Manager 2 - Sodexo

Role Overview:

Sodexo is seeking a Food Service Manager for Providence Public Schools in Providence, RI.  This is a fulltime, year-round position.  The ideal candidate will work closely with K-12 School cooks and service staff to ensure all client expectations and standards are being met. This is an exciting opportunity for an experienced Food Service Manager to take their next step and provide a great experience for the Providence School Department as well as the Providence area. Must have a valid driver’s license and own transportation. This position will report to the Operations Manager and will work closely with the food service operations for K-12 school meal services.

Incentives:Work-life balance with nights/weekends off! What You'll Do:

• Maintains and develops client relationships and customer satisfaction for multi-functional food service areas to ensure account retention and positive public relations
• Establishes and maintains a safe work environment
• Supervises multiple K-12 school sites day-to-day work activities by delegating authority, assigning, and prioritizing activities and monitoring operating standards
• Utilizes Sodexo resources and programs to ensure operating standards and regulatory' requirements are met and employees have the necessary equipment and inventory'
• Manages by providing positive and constructive feedback to employees in order to reward, coach, correct and motivate in order drive a high-level of employee engagement

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:

• Have oversight of day-to-day operations by making sure menu planning, meal pattern compliance, recipes, and HACCP standards are being followed.
• Achieve company and client financial targets and goals
• Develop and maintain client and customer relationships
• Develop strategic plans
• Create a positive environment
• Ensure Sodexo standards are met
• ServeSafe Certified
• Management experience
• Well organized, critical thinker, resourceful, and self-motivated
• Bilingual is preferred, but not necessary
• Basic professional cooking knowledge

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 - High School Diploma or GED or Equivalent
Minimum Management Experience - 1 year