Food Service Manager 3

Unit Description Do you have a passion for helping others? Join a great team where students are at the heart of everything we do Sodexo is seeking a Food Service Manager 3 to assist with managing a large food and nutrition program at the Academy School District 20 located in Colorado Springs, CO. The Academy School District is a long tenured Sodexo account and is a premier school district with 36 schools and over 25,000 students. The selected candidate will work with our food service director to implement and maintain Sodexo programs/systems/procedures. He or she will assist in the oversight of day-to-day food service operations within the district. This is a key leadership role in establishing and maintaining an exceptionally high level of food service operational standards. Working for Sodexo as the Food Service Manager will provide you with the opportunity to contribute your skills to a company that strives to enhance the learning environment for students. This is a great position for someone looking for better work-life balance while having the opportunity to grow their career. A valid driver's license is required.This role pays up to $58,000 depending on experience. The successful candidate will:have oversight of day-to-day operations;deliver high quality food service;provide employee training and development; develop and maintain client and customer relationships;assist in the development and implementation of strategic/operational plans;have the ability and willingness to motivate, coach, mentor and develop frontline (hourly paid staff); andensure Sodexo and National School Lunch (NSLP)/USDA standards are met.Is this opportunity right for you? We are looking for candidates who: have a work history demonstrating strong employee engagement leadership skills, as well as previous supervisory experience and the ability to work collaboratively; previous experience in a K-12 environment is preferred;have culinary production experience and a strong background in safety and sanitation compliance; can manage multiple priorities, demonstrate professional communication skills, and a passion for a high level of customer service; prioritize tasks and exhibit flexibility to take on additional responsibilities as needed. Learn more about Sodexo's Benefits Not the job for you? We offer Food Service Management positions in a variety of business segments, including Corporate, Schools, Universities, Government and Agencies, Health Care, Senior Living and Sports and Leisure locations across the United States. Continue your search for Food Service Management jobs. 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 career growth opportunities Position Summary Provides supervision for multi-functional food service areas at an account/unit to ensure client satisfaction and retention for the Company. Contributes to account revenue and operating profit through the implementation of Sodexo programs while executing against Standard Operating Procedures.Key Duties- 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 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 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.