Food Operations Manager 1

Full Time
Quantico, VA 22134
Posted
Job description
Unit Description:
Sodexo is seeking a Food Operations Manager 1 for the Unites States Marine Corps, Mess Hall 5005 , located in Quantico, VA. This is a high profile operation that is a component of a very high volume, high prestige, US Military contract. Position will be part of a management team of 3 to include a GM, an Operations Manager, and a Production Manager with 3 to 4 additional front of house managers. Operation is part of a prestigious military contract that provides service 3 meals per day feeding 500 to 4000 meals daily in a military cafeteria style setting. Position will manage approximately 20 full time union employees and work with a contract service in managing an additional 20 employees. Position requires a low level security clearance and food production skills will be helpful

The Operations Manager will direct the day-to-day operations, ensure recipe compliance and food production for the dining facility. Key factors for success include mentoring and developing the team as second nature, and a true spirit of progress. If you have a successful Food Service background in a medium-volume, fast-paced kitchen with knowledge on cost controls, systems and culinary experience - we look forward to interviewing you.

This position is located on the Marine Corps base in Quantico, Virginia. This position will be providing leadership and supervision for the Cook's in the kitchen. On some occasions the Operations Manager will be required to provide support to other Mess Halls on the Main-side of Quantico. The Operations Manager is responsible for scheduling, developing and training the Cook's, and ensuring strict contractual compliance. The Operations Manager will need to have cooking experience.

We are looking for candidates who will:
  • have oversight of day-to-day operations;
  • deliver high quality food service;
  • ensure recipe compliance and food production for the dining facility;
  • achieve company and client financial targets and goals;
  • develop and maintain client and customer relationships;
  • mentor and develop the team;
  • 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;
  • 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
  • can demonstrate working knowledge of Sodexo Food Management Systems (FMS) and The Market Connection (TMC), and is proficient in computer skills and report management experience.
  • Food Production experience of 3-5 years preferred
Sodexo offers fair and equitable compensation, partially determined by a candidate's education level or years of relevant experience. While the budgeted range for the position is posted, Sodexo salary offers are based on a candidate's specific criteria, like experience, skills, education and training.

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.

Careers in Government and Agencies:
Working for Sodexo at Government and Agency locations allows you to provide logistical support for combat missions abroad and for day-to-day management during training periods at home. Across America and around the world, our service offering combines facility and food services together as a customer-centric management solution. Today, we are entrusted with a workforce of a quarter million men and women in public service across 150 government sites and agencies. Our teams engage with international alliances and partners to ensure that those we serve have what they need to achieve peak performance.

Working for Sodexo:
How far will your ambition, talent and dedication take you? Sodexo fosters a culture committed to the growth of individuals through continuous learning, mentoring and other career growth opportunities, along with the performance of organizations. We believe it is important for our work to be meaningful to all who contribute to it, and we remain faithful to our mission, our core values and the ethical principles that have guided us since 1966. We support these values and help them thrive in each employee.

What We Offer:
Sodexo offers fair and equitable compensation, partially determined by a candidate's education level or years of relevant experience. While the budgeted range for the position is posted, Sodexo salary offers are based on a candidate's specific criteria, like experience, skills, education and training.
Position Summary:
Provides leadership and supervision for the on-site food service exempt and non-exempt level staff in the delivery of our contractual agreement with the client. Provides supervision for food services at account/unit to ensure client satisfaction and retention for the company. Implements business practices in order to uphold company mission, values and commitments made in the Sodexo client contractual agreement.
Key Duties
  • Establishes a safe work environment
  • Utilizes Sodexo tools and programs to develop client, customer, and staff relationships, to ensure account retention
  • Implements and fully utilizes all Sodexo tools and programs to ensure financial outcomes
  • Directs daily operations of food service to ensure employees have appropriate equipment, inventory and resources, ensures operating standards and regulatory requirements are met
  • Develops and implements plans, projects, with defined objectives, methods, timetables and budget to support client and Sodexo strategic plan
  • Ensures adherence to all HR standards for Sodexo, client, and regulatory agencies.
Qualifications & Requirements:
Basic Education Requirement - Associate's Degree or equivalent experience
Basic 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.

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