Campus Catering Manager – Lead High-Impact Events

Sodexo; Arkansas; On-site; USD 56,000 - 73,000; Full time

Job summary

Arkansas State University invites a Catering Manager 3 to lead Sodexo’s catering operations on the campus of the Red Wolves. You’ll oversee events from major concerts to VIP experiences, delivering exceptional client experiences and strong partnerships with university leadership.

This role emphasizes staffing, menu development and cost control, with responsibility for coaching frontline staff, supervising supervisors, and aligning service delivery with strategic goals across campus venues.

Qualifications

• Extensive catering knowledge with the ability to analyze data and make informed decisions that drive operational success.
• Strong client service orientation, adept at building lasting relationships and delivering exceptional experiences.
• Proven leadership skills, including motivating teams, delegating effectively, and managing performance to achieve high standards.
• Experience coordinating and directing complex catering operations across events.

Responsibilities

• Lead catering events to ensure seamless execution and exceptional client experience.
• Motivate, coach, mentor, and develop frontline staff to maximize performance and growth.
• Recruit, train, and lead a team of supervisors and frontline employees to achieve operational excellence.
• Collaborate closely with clients and operational leaders to align goals and deliver tailored solutions.

Skills

Catering knowledge

Data analysis

Client service

Leadership

Operations coordination

Team mentoring

Menu costing

Education

Associate degree or equivalent

Job description

Arkansas State University invites a Catering Manager 3 to lead Sodexo’s catering operations on the campus of the Red Wolves. You’ll oversee events from major concerts to VIP experiences, delivering exceptional client experiences and strong partnerships with university leadership.

This role emphasizes staffing, menu development and cost control, with responsibility for coaching frontline staff, supervising supervisors, and aligning service delivery with strategic goals across campus venues.