Our impact on communities

We aspire to a culture of belonging to foster well-being at work and in our communities.  

We value inclusivity in our teams, knowing that it enriches our work and benefits the communities we serve. Supporting local talent is fundamental to who we are, reflecting our deep connection to and respect for the communities in which we work.

We are committed to promoting local development as well as fair, inclusive and sustainable business practices.  

Sodexo champions local employment and growth, partnering with diverse and small suppliers, including disabled, ethnic minority, LGBTQ+, veteran, and women owned business. These businesses are vital for innovation and employment, driving us to foster inclusive partnerships amidst high competition and complex supply chains. 

We optimize small businesses' capabilities for mutual benefit, embedding contract requirements for vendors to report spending with diverse small businesses. This practice ensures equitable opportunities even in areas we don't contract directly, aligning vendors with our values and expanding inclusivity within supply chains. 

We are committed to driving belonging and inclusion as a catalyst for societal change.  

We operate in and serve communities that face issues such as quality employment, poor living conditions and lack of educational access. Our intentional engagement can contribute to social and economic empowerment and drive societal change through benefits or support. 

As a leader in the food service and facilities management industries, we play a key role in empowering and employing local communities and driving belonging and inclusion. We take steps through advocacy, our business practices, supplier relationships and programs in our business opportunities. We believe that investing in and empowering marginalized communities benefits everyone