Catering Manager 3

Sodexo; Boston (MA); On-site; USD 50,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

Sodexo is seeking a Catering Manager 3 to oversee catering services at John Hancock Financial in Boston, MA. The role involves managing a team, ensuring quality deliveries, and developing client relationships. Candidates should have an Associate's Degree and relevant experience in culinary services. A comprehensive benefits package and career growth opportunities are offered.

Benefits

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

Qualifications

• Minimum 2 years of management experience.
• At least 1 year of experience in food or culinary services.

Responsibilities

• Overseeing all catering for John Hancock Financial.
• Interacting with clients for event negotiations.
• Detailing execution of high-end events.

Skills

Customer Service

Event Management

Communication

Team Leadership

Education

Associate's Degree or equivalent experience

Job description

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Role Overview

MAKING MOMENTS DELICIOUSLY MEMORABLE!

Sodexo Corporate Services is looking for a Catering Manager 3 to join our team at John Hancock Financial in Boston MA.

The Catering Manager oversees all catering for John Hancock Financial. The catering services we provide range from day to day catering, drop off catering to high-end events from cocktail receptions.

Incentives

Predominately a M-F schedule with some evenings

What You'll Do

• Detailing to execution of high end events
• Overseeing drop off catering: ensuring on time catering deliveries
• Managing a team of 2 non-union hourly full time employees
• Working with our Executive Chef on catering menus
• Vendor relations
• Managing room logistics for events
• Interacting with our clients; event negotiations
• Other duties as required

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 - 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.