Catering Manager 2

Sodexo Group; Jersey City (NJ); On-site; USD 50,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

Sodexo Group seeks a Catering Manager 2 for their Jersey City location. This position requires overseeing catering operations, managing relationships with clients and vendors, and ensures high-quality service for events. Ideal candidates will have a high school diploma and at least one year of management experience, with a focus on enhancing customer satisfaction through excellent service.

Benefits

401(k) Plan with Matching Contributions

Medical, Dental, Vision Care

Career Growth Opportunities

Tuition Reimbursement

Paid Time Off

Qualifications

• Minimum of 1 year management experience.
• Ability to identify customer needs and ensure goals are met.
• Promote a customer/client centered culture.

Responsibilities

• Oversee all catering operations and ensure timely deliveries.
• Work with Executive Chef on catering menus.
• Manage event logistics and vendor relations.

Skills

Customer Service

Vendor Relations

Logistics Management

Event Planning

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Job description

Role Overview

MAKING MOMENTS DELICIOUSLY MEMORABLE!

Sodexo Corporate Servicesis looking for aCatering Manager 2 to join our team at one of our high profile financial accounts in Jersey City NJ.

The Catering Manager 2 will oversee all Catering Operations. The catering services we provide range from day to day/drop off catering to higher end events from high end lunches for C Suite Executives and Cocktail Receptions. In addition, our Catering Manager will assist with the Retail Operation.

Incentives

Predominately a M-F schedule with some evenings, no weekends

What You'll Do

• Detailing to execution of high end events
• Overseeing drop off catering: ensuring on time catering deliveries
• Working with our Executive Chef on catering menus
• Vendor relations
• Managing room logistics for events
• Interacting with our clients; event negotiations
• assist with the retail opearation (pantry services)

What We Offer

Compensation is fair and equitable, partially determined by a candidate's education level or years of relevant experience. Salary offers are based on a candidate's specific criteria, like experience, skills, education, and training. Sodexo offers a comprehensive benefits package that may include:

• 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

More extensive information is provided to new employees upon hire.

What You Bring

• Ability to identify customer needs and expectations;
• Ensure that Sodexo and customer goals are aligned and met;
• Educate and develop rapport with clients and promote partnerships;
• Promote a customer/client centered culture that strives to exceed customer and client needs;
• Ability to coordinate all unit catering initiatives to drive sales growth and track results.
• Maintain and improve service level resulting in increased customer satisfaction;
• Demonstrate resourcefulness and quick responsiveness to client and customer requests.

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. You will have your ideas count and your opinions heard because we can be a stronger team when you’re happy at work. This is why we embrace diversity and inclusion as core values, fostering an environment where all employees are valued and respected. We are committed to providing 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 applicable federal, state, or local law. If you need assistance with the application process, please complete this form.

Qualifications & Requirements

Minimum Education Requirement - High School Diploma or GED

Minimum Management Experience - 1 year