Role Overview

*People are at the heart of everything we do!*

Sodexo is seeking an Area Operations Manager to oversee food services throughout the Ohio market. This position will require 80% travel. UC Health brings together the region’s top clinicians and researchers to provide world-class care to the Cincinnati community and beyond. From our flagship University of Cincinnati Medical Center to our state-of-the-art West Chester Hospital, UC Health delivers the absolute best in treatment and care

What You'll Do

The successful candidate will:

• Seeks and develops potential new business leads within an assigned geographic area
• Visits and inspects current accounts on a regular basis
• Monitors cost control programs.
• Investigates areas that do not meet Sodexo standards and recommends improvement strategies to GM
• Initiates strategic action plans with the GM
• Assists DM/GM in re-negotiating terms of contract during contract renewals
• Assists management team in developing account business plans to enhance customer service, facility layout and design, account profitability and retention, and client and customer satisfaction

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

• have prior management experience in a healthcare setting, and a preference for those who have led food, and/or other support services
• effectively build strong relationships both with staff and clients
• have demonstrated success in building efficiencies and/or innovations within their teams
• manage multiple priorities and projects simultaneously with demonstrated success
• have a passion for a high level of customer service

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 - Bachelor’s Degree or equivalent experienceMinimum Management Experience - 5 yearsMinimum Functional Experience - 3 years