Ethics and compliance: central to the Group's governance and commitments
Sodexo is built on strong ethical principles that guide its development and contribute to its reputation. These principles are the cornerstone of the Group’s culture, business model and policies on compliance, innovation, corporate responsibility, sponsorship, human rights and diversity, equity and inclusion. The Group’s leaders and employees must respect and apply all applicable rules and standards according to the principles of our Code of conduct, whether it is fighting corruption, providing accurate financial reports or protecting confidentiality.
LOYALTY
Being a service company means making trust central to relationships with all stakeholders. Sodexo is built on a solid foundation of loyalty to its clients, employees and shareholders, and on honest and open relationships with them.
RESPECT FOR PEOPLE
People are central to our business. Sodexo is committed to acting in favor of equal opportunity, regardless of ethnicity, age, gender, beliefs, religion or sexual orientation. Ensuring an inclusive workplace means treating each individual with respect, dignity and consideration.
TRANSPARENCY
This is one of Sodexo's key principles that applies consistently to all stakeholders: clients, consumers, employees, shareholders and the general public. We ensure that everyone is informed in a clear and precise manner about our products, services, commitments and performance.
INTEGRITY
We condemn any practices that are not based on honesty, integrity and fairness, regardless of where our company operates in the world. We make our position clear to our clients, suppliers and employees, and expect them to reject corrupt and unfair practices.