Role Overview:
Are you passionate about creating clean, safe, and welcoming healthcare environments? Sodexo is seeking an Environmental Services Operations Manager 2 to join our team at Adventist Health Howard Memorial in Willits, California.
Adventist Health Howard Memorial is a 25‑bed critical access hospital serving Mendocino County, offering essential services including a 24/7 emergency department, intensive care, laboratory and imaging services, orthopedics, physical rehabilitation, surgery, and an on‑site retail pharmacy.
Incentives: This position may be eligible for a sign on bonus! What You'll Do:
- Take ownership of daily Environmental Services operations, creating a clean, safe, and compliant environment for patients, visitors, and staff.
- Support an exceptional patient experience by maintaining high standards of cleanliness across key areas including the emergency department, ICU, surgical suites, and ancillary spaces.
- Lead, coach, and develop a dedicated EVS team, reinforcing infection prevention practices, safety standards, and proper use of equipment and chemicals.
- Drive performance and efficiency by managing schedules, inventory, and resources while meeting quality, operational, and budget expectations.
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:
- Proven leadership experience in Environmental Services or Custodial Operations, ideally within healthcare or another regulated environment.
- Working knowledge of infection prevention and safety standards, with the ability to apply best practices in a critical access hospital setting.
- Strong communication and collaboration skills, allowing you to partner effectively with clinical teams and deliver a high level of customer service.
- A passion for operational excellence and continuous improvement, with focus on creating a safe, clean environment and a positive patient 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 experience
Minimum Management Experience - 2 years
Minimum Functional Experience - 2 years of work experience in Housekeeping, Environmental or Custodial Services
