Food Operations Manager 3

Lead with purpose. Transform the patient dining experience at Cooper University Hospital

Sodexo is seeking a Food Operations Manager 3 to lead day-to-day food service operations at Cooper University Hospital, a premier academic health system in South Jersey. This role will report to the General Manager, oversee both patient services and retail dining, ensuring operational excellence, financial accountability, and exceptional client and patient satisfaction.

Cooper University Health Care is the leading academic health system in South Jersey, providing access to primary, specialty, tertiary, and urgent care—all within one integrated network. The system includes 9,600 team members, 1,600 nurses, and more than 900 physicians and 450 advanced practice providers across 75+ specialties.

Why Sodexo?

At Sodexo, we improve the quality of life of those we serve. In this role, you will have the opportunity to:

• Lead a high-profile food service program in a respected health system.

• Directly impact patient care and satisfaction through dining services.

• Grow your career within a global organization that values innovation, teamwork, and professional development.

• Lead and mentor a diverse team of approx.150 employees to deliver excellence in patient and retail food service.

• Drive patient satisfaction through innovative and compassionate dining experiences.

• Ensure compliance with all regulatory and safety standards.

• Manage budgets, financial performance, and client relationships.

• Collaborate with clinical and administrative teams to enhance quality of care.

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.

• Strong background in healthcare foodservice leadership with experience managing both patient and retail operations.

• Proven track record in budget management, compliance, and staff development.

• Demonstrated ability to partner with hospital leadership to achieve service excellence goals.

• Excellent communication, organizational, and leadership skills.

• Experience working with union staff a plus.

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.

Minimum Education Requirement - Bachelor’s Degree or equivalent experience

Minimum Management Experience - 3 years   

Minimum Functional Experience - 3 years work experience in food or culinary services including restaurants, fast food, vending, catering services, institutional services, mall food courts, etc.