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Food Operations Manager 1 - Airport Lounge
Company : Sodexo
Location : Kenner, LA, 70062
Job Type : Full Time
Date Posted : 14 January 2026
Role Overview
Sodexo Live! has an exciting opportunity for a Food Operations Manager at the United Club within Louis Armstrong New Orleans International Airport (MSY). Our airport lounges are dedicated spaces for passengers to relax and rejuvenate while awaiting their next adventure. Join our team of experience-makers and food fanatics and be part of creating memorable experiences!
Venues and events don’t just bring people together, they create exceptional moments and lasting memories. Sodexo Live! provides hospitality services to airport lounges, stadiums, arenas, convention and conference centers, zoos, museums, and more. Working at one of these locations is exciting and allows you to be part of creating memorable experiences for people.
Incentives
Paid Airport ParkingWhat You'll Do
- be responsible for purchasing, menu compliance, inventory, food cost analysis and food production forecasting;
- ensure Sodexo service standards including recipe compliance and food quality are implemented;
- have the ability and willingness to develop and motivate team members to embrace culinary innovations;
- ensure food safety, sanitation and workplace safety standard compliance; and/or
- have working knowledge of automated food inventory, ordering, production and management systems.
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
- a restaurant/hotel/lounge food and beverage background;
- excellent leadership and communication skills with the ability to maintain the highest of service standards;
- strong coaching and employee development skills; and/or
- have a passion for hospitality and elevating the guest experience.
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 - Associate's Degree or equivalent experienceMinimum Management Experience - 2 years Minimum Functional Experience – 1 year work experience in food or culinary services including restaurants, fast food, vending, catering services, institutional services, mall food courts, etc.
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Frequently asked questions
A Food Operations Manager 1 at Sodexo elevates airport lounge hospitality by ensuring recipe compliance, maintaining top-tier food quality, and motivating culinary teams to innovate. Their leadership fosters memorable moments for travelers, blending operational efficiency with exceptional guest service in dynamic airport environments like Louis Armstrong New Orleans International Airport.
Critical skills include inventory forecasting, food cost analysis, and strict adherence to food safety standards. Additionally, strong leadership and communication skills empower managers to coach teams in fast-paced airport lounges, ensuring smooth operations while meeting high guest service expectations unique to airline lounge environments.
With experience, a Food Operations Manager 1 can progress to senior management roles overseeing multiple venues or regional operations. Specializing in airport hospitality offers opportunities to lead diverse teams, influence food innovation, and eventually transition into strategic roles within food service management or corporate hospitality sectors.
Kenner’s proximity to a major airport drives steady demand for skilled food service managers, particularly those experienced in airport lounge operations. Recruitment often peaks during travel seasons, with emphasis on candidates who understand local regulations and can handle the operational challenges unique to this busy airport hub.
The Kenner market sees moderate competition for food operations managers due to the specialized nature of airport hospitality roles. Candidates with proven leadership in food and beverage management, along with familiarity with airport security and safety protocols, tend to have an edge in securing positions like the one at Sodexo.
Sodexo’s role offers unique perks like paid airport parking and a comprehensive benefits package, emphasizing both employee well-being and career growth. The position focuses on delivering premium service in a prestigious airline lounge setting, blending operational responsibility with a commitment to creating exceptional passenger experiences.
Yes, Sodexo invests in employee growth through coaching, culinary innovation training, and tuition reimbursement programs. These initiatives equip Food Operations Managers with up-to-date skills in hospitality management, food safety compliance, and team leadership tailored to the fast-paced airport lounge environment.
In Kenner, LA, Food Operations Managers in airport settings typically earn between $50,000 and $65,000 annually, depending on experience and education. Sodexo’s compensation aligns with market standards and factors in benefits such as medical coverage and 401(k) matching, reflecting the role’s responsibility and regional cost of living.
By delivering quality hospitality services at a major airport, Sodexo’s Food Operations Managers contribute to local economic vitality through job creation and community engagement. The company’s commitment to diversity and inclusion further supports social progress, fostering a respectful and equitable workplace within Kenner’s hospitality landscape.
Automated systems enhance accuracy in ordering, inventory tracking, and food production forecasting, reducing waste and controlling costs. For Sodexo’s Food Operations Managers, these technologies enable real-time data access, freeing up time to focus on team leadership and maintaining high food quality standards essential for airport lounge success.