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Sodexo Corporate Services - The PassLocation: Long Island City, NY

Sodexo's The Pass is seeking a highly organized and detail-driven Offsite Food Production Planner to join our dynamic team in Long Island City NY. If you enjoy working at the intersection of food production, logistics, and data-driven planning-and thrive in a fast-paced environment-this is an exciting opportunity to make a real impact.

The Pass is Sodexo's offsite food commissary, delivering high-quality, customized food solutions to locations without on-site kitchens or staff. From freshly prepared hot meals and grab-and-go items to curated pantry snacks, we support blue-chip clients across the New York metro area, New Jersey, and eastern Pennsylvania.

As a key member of our operations team, you'll collaborate closely with the Executive Chef and cross-functional partners to ensure seamless production and delivery. Your work will directly support our ability to meet customer demand with accuracy, efficiency, and quality.

Key Responsibilities:

• Production Planning: Develop and manage daily and weekly production schedules based on demand forecasts, historical data, and client orders
• Inventory & Supply Management: Oversee ingredient ordering, monitor stock levels, and ensure proper receiving and inventory controls
• Demand Forecasting: Analyze reports and trends to maintain the right balance of supply and demand
• Cross-Functional Coordination: Partner with Quality Assurance, Supply Chain, Logistics, and Operations teams to resolve real-time production challenges
• Process Optimization: Continuously improve planning processes and implement corrective actions when needed
• Menu Integration: Incorporate new menu items into production and supply plans seamlessly
• Vendor Collaboration: Communicate with vendors and corporate supply chain partners to address issues and ensure consistent supply
• Administrative Support: Manage invoicing processes and ensure accurate product labeling

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 planning, forecasting, and inventory management skills
• Ability to analyze data and make informed decisions quickly
• Excellent communication and collaboration skills
• Experience in food production, supply chain, or commissary operations is a plus
• Comfortable working with food management systems and reporting tools
• Highly organized, detail-oriented, and adaptable in a fast-paced environment
• Must have a Valid Driver's License

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 in Supply Chain Management, Operations Management or equivalent experience

Minimum Management Experience: 3 years of supply chain and/or production planning experience in a manufacturing setting or related field

Minimum Functional Experience: 3 years of related experience