Senior Catering Operations Leader

Sodexo; Orono (ME); Hybrid; USD 56,000 - 73,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, Dental, Vision Care

401(k) Plan with Matching

Paid Time Off

Tuition Reimbursement

Job summary

Sodexo Group is seeking a results-oriented leader to plan and execute catering operations, delivering exceptional client experiences while driving growth and efficiency.

In this role, you will manage teams, set direction, and optimize resources. You will collaborate across regions to align goals, develop menus, and balance creativity with profitability, supported by a strong culture of service excellence.

Qualifications

• Experience in planning and executing catering operations.
• Strong leadership, people-management, and coaching abilities.
• Ability to analyze data to drive decisions and improve operations.

Responsibilities

• Lead planning and execution of catering operations to deliver exceptional client experiences.
• Coach and develop frontline staff to maximize performance.
• Recruit, train, and supervise supervisors and frontline employees.
• Collaborate with clients and operations leaders to align goals and deliver solutions.
• Develop menus and manage costing to balance creativity, quality, and profitability.

Skills

Catering ops

Leadership

Data analysis

Client relations

Education

Associate degree or equivalent

Job description

Sodexo Group is seeking a results-oriented leader to plan and execute catering operations, delivering exceptional client experiences while driving growth and efficiency.

In this role, you will manage teams, set direction, and optimize resources. You will collaborate across regions to align goals, develop menus, and balance creativity with profitability, supported by a strong culture of service excellence.