Food Operations Manager 1

Unit DescriptionSodexo Live's Airport Lounge Segment has an exciting opportunity for a Food and Beverage Operations Manager 1 at Honolulu Airport (HNL).An oasis away from the airport hustle, Airport Clubs/Lounges have become synonymous for comfort and elegance at major airports throughout the world.The Food and Beverage Manager will have oversight of a staff of hourly employees on a shift including cooks, supervisors, bartenders, food attendants and custodial staff. As lead manager, you will be responsible for the club/lounge operations including labor cost management, oversight of food production /culinary team, scheduling, inventory, training, service standards,and guest and client interaction. The ideal candidate will have prior experience with hiring, training and scheduling staff; monitoring service and complying with Sodexo and our airline client's standards of service. Oversight for both front and back of house, in addition to food/bar/beverage service and superb guest relations abilities are the key to success of this operation. We are seeking individuals with strong communication skills, flexibility and adaptability in a fast and frequently changing environment. Position reports to the General Manager.The successful candidate will:have oversight of daily food operations and deliver a high-quality product;

achieve company and client financial targets and goals;

develop and maintain client and customer relationships;

motivate, coach, mentor and develop frontline (hourly) staff; and/or

ensure Sodexo standards are met to include compliance with company food and physical safety programs.

Is this opportunity right for you? We are looking for candidates who:have a work history demonstrating strong leadership skills and the ability to work collaboratively with all levels of the organization;

can operate and manage between both front and back of house;

possess the ability to manage multiple priorities, demonstrate professional communication skills, and exhibit a passion for a high-level of customer service;

exhibit flexibility to take on additional responsibilities as needed; and/or

demonstrate working knowledge of automated food inventory, ordering, production and management systems as well as menu graphics programs.

Check out more about Airline Lounge Hospitality! (https://us.sodexo.com/industry/sports-leisure/airport-lounges.html)Learn more aboutSodexo’s Benefits (https://bit.ly/2EVNezw)Paid Airport Parking.Not the job for you?We offer Food Service Management positions in a variety of business segments, including Corporate, Schools, Universities, Government and Agencies, Healthcare, Senior Living and Sports and Leisure locations across the United States.Continue your search for Food Service Management jobs (http://bit.ly/SdxFoodServicejobs) .Working for Sodexo:At Sodexo, you will find the ingredients for a great career in food service management. With benefits including schedules that encourage work-life balance and continuing education opportunities, you’ll enjoy an improved quality of life that’s unique in the hospitality industry.Position SummaryProvides 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 DutiesEstablishes 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 & RequirementsBasic Education Requirement - Associate's Degreeor equivalent experienceBasic Management Experience - 2 yearsBasic 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.Location US-HI-HONOLULUSystem ID 815241Category Food ServiceRelocation Type NoEmployment Status Full-Time