Food Service Manager
Sodexo is seeking a Food Service Manager to join our team at St. Margaret’s Center, a pediatric and young adult skilled care facility in Albany, New York. This is a dynamic, fast-paced role where you will oversee meal service for approximately 90 residents. Additionally, you will manage operations for a national school lunch program off-campus. Typical hours are 8:00 a.m. – 4:00 p.m., with occasional weekend coverage as needed. This position offers a great opportunity to grow your career with Sodexo while making a meaningful impact in both healthcare and education food service programs.
What you'll do:
- Lead and supervise a team of hourly employees by delegating, assigning, and prioritizing daily kitchen activities
- Monitor food service operations to ensure quality, safety, and compliance
- Manage procurement and inventory to maintain efficient supply levels
- Provide hands-on support, including cooking when necessary
- Oversee deliveries and logistics for the school lunch program
- Motivate, coach, and mentor frontline staff to foster professional growth
- Leverage Sodexo resources, recipes, and systems to drive operational excellence
What you bring:
- Proven experience in food service management
- Strong leadership abilities with a track record of guiding and motivating teams
- Solid foundation in culinary practices and food preparation
- Proficiency in ordering processes, management systems, and inventory control
- Demonstrated success in leading, coaching, and developing staff members
- Knowledge of safety standards and sanitation compliance requirements
Prior experience in healthcare or educational food service operations is highly desirable