First Time Outsourcing Food and Support Services in Healthcare? Let’s Clear Up Some Myths.

With a proven record of improved patient outcomes through nutritional intervention and patient safety, we take the uncertainty out of outsourcing. Focus on what your healthcare organization does best and let us deliver the rest.

Outsource Your Food and Support Services Without the Uncertainty 

Especially in times of unpredictability, partnering with experts in food and healthcare support services is a no-brainer. We bring stability to your organization through cost control, a strong supply chain, proven expertise and efficient processes. When you outsource with Sodexo, you’re not giving up control — you’re gaining a partner who’s just as invested in your success as you are.

 

We take the day-to-day off your plate with proven care protocols and registered dietitian nutritionists, improving patient outcomes and positively impacting your bottom line. With more than 104,000 U.S. team members, we bring local knowledge to ensure quality, efficiency and innovation stay front and center. So you can enjoy the benefits of outsourcing while focusing on what matters most.

Outsourcing with Quality and Control

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Nutrition that Heals, Satisfies and Fuels

Myth: Outsourced Food Service Lacks Variety and Innovation

 

Fact: Good food fuels better healthcare outcomes. That’s why our menus are built for health, satisfaction and variety — bringing fresh ideas, regional flavors and nutrition-first food to your tables. Additionally, our program is founded on evidence-based nutrition science and proactive nutritional intervention, proven to reduce a malnourished patient’s length of stay by more than 20%* and lower the risk of 30-day readmission.** And with 2,000+ recipes supporting more than 80 therapeutic diet groups accounting for 90+ allergy and food intolerances, we ensure an individualized nutritional approach for all patients.

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Outsourcing and Operational Performance

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Transparent Approach

Myth: Outsourcing Food Services Limits Your Control

 

Fact: A strong food service partner puts you in the driver’s seat while we handle the details. With transparent cost models, transition planning and regular business reviews, we stay aligned with your goals, keeping your staff and patients satisfied. You gain expert support without sacrificing oversight — so your people continue to thrive in an environment that reflects your standards. That’s one of the key benefits of outsourcing with us — operations excellence with zero compromise. 

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Clinicia: At the Intersection of Clinical and Culinary

With innovative menus, fresh ingredients and a commitment to both quality and operational excellence — from supply chain efficiency to exceptional dining services — Sodexo Healthcare’s foundational framework delivers medical nutrition that improves patient outcomes, even while optimizing costs. Whether it’s in-room patient meals or the on-site cafeteria, Clinicia merges culinary excellence and clinical insights to provide unparalleled patient care. Between top chefs and nutritionists, dietitians and hospitality service staff, we have the know-how to keep your people healthy and happy. 

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*Cano-Torres EA, Simental-Mendía LE, Morales-Garza LA, et al. Impact of Nutritional Intervention on Length of Hospital Stay and Mortality among Hospitalized Patients with Malnutrition: A Clinical Randomized Controlled Trial. J Am Coll Nutr. 2017;36(4):235-239. doi:10.1080/07315724.2016.1259595

**Sriram K, Sulo S, VanDerBosch G, et al. A Comprehensive Nutrition-Focused Quality Improvement Program Reduces 30-Day Readmissions and Length of Stay in Hospitalized Patients. JPEN J Parenter Enteral Nutr. 2017;41(3):384-391. doi:10.1177/0148607116681468

***Sodexo NorAm Human Resources 

Go from Solo to Soaring with Outsourcing