Child Nutrition Food Operations Manager 2

Role Overview

Sodexo is seeking a Child Nutrition Food Operations Manager 2 to support our Schools Segment in Live Oak, FL. This role offers an excellent opportunity to grow, overseeing food service operations and leading a team to ensure high-quality service and client satisfaction. Typical working hours are M-F, 6am-3:30pm. At Sodexo, we deliver food, nutrition, environmental and facilities management solutions to partnered K-12 schools. Joining us at one of our school sites means fostering healthy learning environments and positively influencing the students’ well-being and performance. 

Incentives

Relocation assistance available

What You'll Do

• Create and maintain a safe work environment for all employees

• Utilize Sodexo tools to build strong client, customer, and staff relationships

• Oversee daily food service operations and ensure regulatory compliance

• Develop and execute strategic plans aligned with client goals

• Monitor financial performance and ensure budgetary goals are met

• Support HR standards and ensure consistent team development

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

• Experience managing food service operations

• Strong culinary background with an eye for operational efficiency

• Commitment to employee training, engagement, and safety

• Bilingual communication skills (English/Spanish preferred). Valid driver's license is required.

• Ability to prioritize tasks and lead with flexibility and professionalism

• Proficiency in computer systems and strong reporting skills

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