Does Sodexo Drug Test?

Drug Testing by Position

Sodexo's Client-Driven Drug Testing Policy

Sodexo is one of the largest food services and facilities management companies in the world, employing over 400,000 people globally. In the United States, Sodexo operates food service and facilities management at thousands of client sites including corporate headquarters, universities, hospitals, correctional facilities, military bases, and government buildings. Drug testing requirements are primarily determined by the client contract. Sodexo does not have a single company-wide drug testing mandate for all positions — instead, the client's policies and regulatory requirements determine whether workers at a particular site need to be tested.

Sites That Typically Require Drug Testing

Military bases and Department of Defense facilities require drug testing for all contract workers, including food service staff. Federal government buildings and agencies typically require drug testing. Hospitals and healthcare facilities often require testing for all employees, including dining staff. Correctional facilities require testing for anyone with inmate contact. Some K-12 school districts require drug testing for food service workers. When Sodexo is hiring for these types of sites, your recruiter will inform you that a drug test is required as part of the onboarding process.

Sites That May Not Require Testing

Corporate dining facilities at private companies may not require drug testing. Many university and college dining halls do not require pre-employment drug testing for food service workers. Standard commercial facility management contracts may not include drug testing requirements. However, all Sodexo employees are subject to reasonable-suspicion testing and post-accident testing regardless of the client site. If you prefer to work at a site that does not require drug testing, you can discuss available positions with your Sodexo recruiter.

Frequently Asked Questions

Does Sodexo drug test all employees?

No. Sodexo's drug testing depends on the client site where you will work. Government, military, healthcare, and correctional facility sites typically require drug testing. Corporate dining and university food service sites may not require testing. Ask your recruiter about the specific site's requirements.

What type of drug test does Sodexo use?

When drug testing is required, Sodexo typically uses urine drug tests conducted at third-party collection sites. The specific panel depends on the client's requirements and may test for marijuana, cocaine, opioids, amphetamines, and PCP.

Does Sodexo test for marijuana?

It depends on the client site. Government and military clients require THC testing regardless of state laws. Some private sector and university clients have dropped THC from their testing panels in states with legal marijuana. Ask your recruiter about the specific site's drug testing panel.

Does Sodexo do random drug tests?

Random testing depends on the client contract. Military and government sites often require random drug testing for all contract workers. Most private sector sites do not require random testing. All Sodexo employees are subject to reasonable-suspicion and post-accident testing.

Can I transfer to a Sodexo site that doesn't drug test?

Potentially, yes. If you prefer to work at a site that does not require drug testing, discuss available positions with your recruiter or manager. Sodexo operates at many different types of client sites, and some may have less stringent testing requirements than others.