Catering Operations Leader

Sodexo; North Canton (OH); On-site; USD 49,000 - 63,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, Dental, Vision

401(k) Plan with Matching

Paid Time Off

Tuition Reimbursement

Job summary

Sodexo is seeking a seasoned Catering Operations Manager in North Canton, OH to plan and execute catering operations, delivering memorable client experiences while driving growth and efficiency.

You will lead teams, allocate resources, and influence decisions to ensure high performance and client satisfaction across our catering portfolio. This role emphasizes strategic leadership and hands-on execution across multi-site events.

Qualifications

• Strong catering knowledge with ability to analyze data and make informed decisions.
• Proven leadership skills, including motivating teams and managing performance.
• Excellent client service orientation and relationship-building capabilities.
• Ability to coordinate and optimize multiple catering events and resources.

Responsibilities

• Manage and oversee 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.
• Develop menus and manage costing to balance creativity, quality, and profitability.

Skills

Catering operations

Leadership

Client service

Data analysis

Education

High School Diploma/GED

Job description

Sodexo is seeking a seasoned Catering Operations Manager in North Canton, OH to plan and execute catering operations, delivering memorable client experiences while driving growth and efficiency.

You will lead teams, allocate resources, and influence decisions to ensure high performance and client satisfaction across our catering portfolio. This role emphasizes strategic leadership and hands-on execution across multi-site events.