Front of the House Manager

Sodexo is a global leader in integrated facilities management and food services, committed to enhancing quality of life and contributing positively to the communities where it operates. With a broad footprint stretching across numerous sectors, Sodexo delivers comprehensive solutions including food service, catering, and facilities management, always striving to create better everyday experiences for clients and customers alike. Recognized for its dedication to diversity, inclusion, and equal opportunity employment, Sodexo fosters a workplace culture where employees are respected, valued, and encouraged to bring their authentic selves to work. The company emphasizes fairness, respect, and the importance of every voice in creating a stronger, more innovative team. Sodexo's values underline its commitment to social and environmental progress alongside economic growth in every community served.

The Front of House Manager role at Sodexo is situated within their prestigious corporate dining operations under the White Label model, which focuses on delivering highly customized, brand-aligned dining experiences for discerning clients. This position is integral to providing polished, hospitality-driven service that meets the expectations of high-profile corporate environments. The Front of House Manager leads all facets of the guest experience, managing daily operations in the front of house to ensure seamless service flow, cleanliness, and readiness at every turn. They work closely with culinary leaders to support menu execution and coordinate high-touch dining experiences, including executive meetings and special events.

This role demands a manager who personifies a polished hospitality presence and has deep expertise in corporate dining service. The manager serves as the primary client-facing liaison, representing the client’s brand with professionalism and anticipates their needs to uphold a high-profile service culture. Their leadership extends to developing, coaching, and elevating the FOH service teams, instilling service excellence, hospitality behaviors, and culinary knowledge. Operations management is also key, encompassing readiness, guest flow management, and maintaining service standards that elevate the guest dining experience.

Compensation for this role is equitable and competitive and is partially determined by the candidate’s education and years of relevant experience. Sodexo provides a comprehensive benefits package designed to support employee well-being and career growth. Benefits include medical, dental, and vision care, wellness programs, a 401(k) plan with matching contributions, paid time off, company holidays, career advancement opportunities, and tuition reimbursement. New employees receive detailed benefit information upon hire, ensuring they are well-supported from the start.

An ideal candidate brings refined hospitality expertise suitable for fast-paced, service-driven corporate dining environments. They possess strong culinary awareness, enabling effective collaboration with kitchen teams and execution of menus that meet high standards. Experience in leadership and team development is essential, with a proven ability to coach and elevate service teams. Professionalism and client relationship skills ensure trust-building and seamless service delivery that aligns with the client’s brand image. Furthermore, operational strength is critical in managing front of house flow, readiness, and overall guest experience with meticulous attention to detail.

By joining Sodexo in this capacity, you become part of a company rooted in its purpose to improve lives and build thriving communities through meaningful service and operational excellence. At Sodexo, your ideas are valued, your individuality respected, and your growth supported in an inclusive environment that celebrates diverse perspectives and talents.

This position offers an exciting opportunity for a dedicated hospitality professional to lead the front of house operations for an elite corporate dining program, embodying the best of Sodexo’s service commitment, culinary collaboration, and client partnership.