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Sodexo

Catering Manager 3

Sodexo, Carbondale, Illinois, United States, 62901

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Sodexo . Location: Georgetown, Kentucky. Sodexo – Quality of Life Services. Catering Manager – Corporate Services. This is a roll-up-your-sleeves leadership position, ideal for someone who thrives in fast-paced environments and enjoys both the strategic and tactical sides of event execution.

What You’ll Do

Lead the Execution of Upscale Events: Manage all day-to-day catering activities, ensuring exceptional quality and presentation in every event, from boardroom luncheons to high-end receptions.

Client-Focused Service Excellence: Serve as the primary liaison for clients, anticipating needs and exceeding expectations with customized, client-centric catering solutions.

Collaborate Cross-Functionally: Work closely with the Executive Chef, kitchen staff, and service teams to ensure culinary and service excellence align with client objectives.

Drive Catering Sales Growth: Develop and implement strategies to grow catering sales, track key performance metrics, and identify areas for improvement.

Operational Leadership: Oversee the staffing, training, and performance of catering employees; ensure compliance with Sodexo policies and food safety standards.

Event Planning & Execution: Manage logistics from start to finish, including menu development, event setup, décor coordination, and post-event evaluation.

Problem-Solving & Adaptability: Demonstrate quick decision-making and agility to resolve challenges and adapt to changing priorities on the fly.

What We Offer

Compensation is fair and equitable, partially determined by education level or years of relevant experience. Salary offers are based on criteria such as experience, skills, education, and training.

Medical, Dental, Vision Care and Wellness Programs

401(k) Plan with Matching Contributions

Paid Time Off and Company Holidays

Career Growth Opportunities and Tuition Reimbursement

What You Bring

Proven experience in casual, high-volume, fine dining, and banquet catering

Strong organizational and time management skills with meticulous attention to detail

Exceptional verbal and written communication skills

Demonstrated ability to lead, inspire, and manage a diverse team

In-depth understanding of event logistics and catering delivery standards

Excellent customer service and interpersonal skills, with a client-first mindset

Ability to multitask and maintain poise in fast-paced environments

Proficiency in catering software, sales tracking, and performance analysis tools

Who We Are At Sodexo, our purpose is to create a better everyday for everyone and build a better life for all. We believe in improving the quality of life for those we serve and contributing to the economic, social, and environmental progress in the communities where we operate. Sodexo partners with clients to provide a truly memorable experience for both customers and employees alike. We do this by providing food service, catering, facilities management, and other integrated solutions worldwide. Our company values you for you; you will be treated fairly and with respect, and you can be yourself. We embrace diversity and inclusion as core values, fostering an environment where all employees are valued and respected. We are committed to equal employment opportunities to individuals regardless of race, color, religion, national origin, age, sex, gender identity, pregnancy, disability, sexual orientation, military status, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.

Qualifications & Requirements

Minimum Education Requirement - Associate’s Degree or equivalent experience

Minimum Management Experience - 2 Years

Minimum Functional Experience – 1 year work experience in food or culinary services including restaurants, fast food, vending, catering services, institutional services, mall food courts, etc.

Additional Details

Seniority level: Not Applicable

Employment type: Full-time

Job function: Management and Manufacturing

Industries: Facilities Services, Hospitals and Health Care, and Hospitality

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