Operations Manager 1, Multi-Service

Sodexo Energy & Resource is seeking a qualified Operations Manager I to join our team in Covington, LA. The Operations Manager I-Events Coordinator will be a creative, highly organized individual to help execute meetings and events for the client. The role will be responsible for conceptualizing ideas for the events, enforcing budgets, liaising with suppliers, communicating with clients, and ultimately ensuring that all meetings and events are flawlessly executed. The Operations Manager I will be an expert multitasker with impeccable attention to detail and possess an extraordinary ability to foresee risks and anticipate needs so that attendees are entirely satisfied with their meeting or event. 

• Maintain reservations for onsite meetings and event spaces 
• Coordinate meetings and events for managed onsite space and occasional offsite events 
• Identifying requirements and expectations for each meeting and event  i.e meeting concepts and themes  
• Working within event budgets and processing invoices 
• Organizing setups, suppliers, caterers, staff, and entertainment and also managing tear-down, and clean-up operations 

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.

• very organized,
• safety minded,
• ability to multi-task,
• Proficient in MS Office Suite; with an advance skillset in Outlook, Maximo, and Smartsheet a plus
• Management experience a plus

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.

Minimum Education Requirement - Bachelor’s Degree or equivalent experience

Minimum Management Experience - 3 years   

Minimum Functional Experience - 3 years work experience in facilities (e.g., maintenance, plant operations, engineering services, grounds, custodial/environmental, or transportation) or food (e.g., food services or operations, concessions, retail sales, store operations, or vending) services