Catering Operations Leader - Day 1 Benefits & Growth

Sodexo; New York (NY); On-site; USD 67,000 - 87,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, Dental, Vision Care and Welln

401(k) Plan with Matching Contribu

Paid Time Off and Company Holidays

Career Growth Opportunities and Tu

Job summary

Sodexo in New York is seeking a seasoned Catering Manager to lead high-volume events, orchestrate client relationships, and drive food service excellence. You will plan and execute operations, balance creativity with efficiency, and guide a team to deliver memorable experiences.

The role emphasizes budgeting, menu costing, and collaboration across functions to grow the business while maintaining guest satisfaction.

Qualifications

• Education Requirement: Associate’s Degree or equivalent experience
• Management Experience: 2 years
• Related Experience: 1 year

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 knowledge

Leadership

Client service

Data analysis

Education

Associate's Degree or equivalent

Job description

Sodexo in New York is seeking a seasoned Catering Manager to lead high-volume events, orchestrate client relationships, and drive food service excellence. You will plan and execute operations, balance creativity with efficiency, and guide a team to deliver memorable experiences.

The role emphasizes budgeting, menu costing, and collaboration across functions to grow the business while maintaining guest satisfaction.