Catering Manager 2

Sodexo is seeking a Catering Manager 2 for South Dakota State University located in Brookings, South Dakota. Sodexo manages the catering for the entire campus which caters to a wide variety of events, from on-campus meetings, graduations, weddings, VIP events, and much more. The Catering Manager 2 will have a strong focus on catering operations, assist in building relationship with current and potential clients, and assist in executing on-trend events.

In this Catering Manager role, you will:

• Manage/coordinate day-to-day scheduling and technical delivery of multiple events each day - ensuring innovative presentation, from meetings and conferences to high-end catering program for the campus;
• Execute casual, to elegant and sophisticated catering experiences that exceed guest expectations while enhancing client program objectives;
• Coordinate multiple events and utilize a systems-based approach to meet each event’s timelines/specifications and quality of product; and 
• Manage, train, schedule, and delegate hourly Full Time, Part Time and Student employees.

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.

Reporting to the Catering Director, the ideal candidate will have:

• 3+ years of catering management experience (full event life-cycle), preferably within a high-volume campus dining setting or hotel setting;
• Proven ability to build/mentor a solid catering team that shares your level of commitment and passion for exceptional catering;
• Client satisfaction skills; professional demeanor; excellent written and verbal communication skills;
• Ability to multi-task and delegate to coordinate multiple events and utilize a systems-based approach to meet each event’s timelines/specifications and quality of product;  
• Experience in driving catering sales through suggestive selling and contract negotiation; and
• Experience with catering event software such as CaterTrax, CaterEase or EMS.

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 - High School Diploma or GED

Minimum Management Experience - 1 year