Belong
PILLAR 1
Inclusion as a driver of cohesion
We believe that equal opportunity and inclusion are not just ethical principles: they are powerful drivers of cohesion, innovation, and performance.
Belonging at Sodexo means working in an environment where everyone is recognized, respected, treated fairly, and free to be themselves, regardless of their differences. It means ensuring that every voice is heard, every idea is considered, and that compensation is fair and equitable.
The Group’s inclusive culture is recognized worldwide. In 2025, Sodexo ranks 4th in France and 28th globally according to Equileap, which evaluates companies on gender equality performance. This recognition affirms our ongoing commitment to creating inclusive work environments where everyone can thrive and strengthen their sense of belonging.
Our recruitment processes are based on objective, standardized, and unbiased criteria. We train our managers to value diversity and enforce a zero-tolerance policy toward any form of discrimination or harassment. For the Company, this approach enables the recruitment of diverse profiles, increases employee retention, and builds stronger, richer, and more creative teams.
Local initiatives complement this global dynamic. For example, the Les Bonnes Fées (Fairy Godmothers) program, launched in Brazil in 2022, supports employees who are victims of violence. Trained volunteers, known as “fairies”, provide listening support and legal guidance, and have already helped several hundred women, allowing some to escape situations of imminent risk.
Act
PILLAR 2
Giving meaning to engagement
At Sodexo, Acting is much more than performing a task; it means understanding the impact of what you do and feeling useful to colleagues, clients, and society.
We believe that individual engagement can generate powerful collective impact. That is why we encourage and support our employees in all their initiatives that create positive change.
Being an active contributor at Sodexo means having the autonomy to make a difference in service of consumers and local communities. It also means participating in solidarity programs such as Stop Hunger or supporting local populations through community events.
Thrive
PILLAR 3
Developing skills to build the future together
We believe that skills development is more than a driver of performance: for Sodexo, it is a powerful engagement lever, supporting sustainable and inclusive growth. In a constantly evolving world, we place each employee at the heart of our transformation, providing opportunities to learn, grow, and thrive throughout his/her career journey.
That is why continuous learning and internal mobility are central to our employer promise. Our dedicated platform, Sodexo Academy, accessible globally, enables employees to acquire new skills, explore different roles, and chart their own career paths.
We also take responsibility for anticipating change, identifying high-potential talent, and offering tailored development pathways. Through proactive workforce and skills planning, we ensure business continuity while providing clear opportunities for those who wish to build their future with us.
Equal access to opportunities is a fundamental principle. Personalized annual reviews, development plans, internal mobility, and structured succession plans allow employees to explore new roles, advance their careers within the Group, and achieve sustainable growth. These measures ensure knowledge transfer, leadership continuity, and the long-term performance of Sodexo. Preparing for the future also means giving everyone the freedom to envision and shape their own path.