Catering Manager 4

Richmond, VA, USA|Onsite

Job Overview

Employment Type

Full-time

Compensation

Salary

Range $81,685.00 - $105,710.00

Work Schedule

Standard Hours

Benefits

Medical

Dental

Vision care

wellness programs

401(k) Plan with Matching Contributions

Paid Time Off

company holidays

Career growth opportunities

Tuition Reimbursement

Job Description

Sodexo is a leading global provider of integrated food services and facilities management, committed to enhancing quality of life and contributing positively to the communities they serve. With operations worldwide, Sodexo partners closely with its clients across a variety of sectors, including education, healthcare, corporate, and government institutions. Their dedication to excellence, sustainability, and innovation is evident through the diverse range of services they offer, which encompass food catering, facilities management, environmental services, and employee well-being programs. In the Richmond, VA area, Sodexo is currently seeking a motivated Catering Manager to join their team at a local university. This university setting offers a dynamic and vibrant work environment, supporting a community of students, faculty, and staff with exceptional culinary experiences.

The university's food services include residential dining facilities, retail outlets, and full-service catering for an array of university events and broader community functions. The Catering Manager will play a pivotal role in overseeing the daily catering operations to ensure that all events are executed flawlessly, aligning with Sodexo’s standards of quality, safety, and customer satisfaction. This leadership position demands someone who thrives in a fast-paced, high-volume environment and who can effectively coordinate with multiple departments to deliver seamless service.

As Catering Manager, your responsibilities will extend beyond event execution to include managing resources such as recipes, inventory, and procurement processes. You will be charged with supervising staff, ensuring compliance with food safety regulations, cost control, and maintaining a zero-harm safety culture. Your role also involves engaging with customers and clients directly to tailor catering offerings that meet their needs while fostering positive relationships. Salary for this role is competitive and commensurate with experience and education, further supported by a comprehensive benefits package.

Sodexo values teamwork, creativity, and continuous improvement, providing an inclusive workplace where diverse ideas and perspectives are appreciated. Employees benefit from a supportive environment that encourages career development, wellness, and work-life balance. Overall, this Catering Manager position offers a meaningful opportunity to lead crucial dining operations within the academic community, making a tangible impact every day through exceptional service and operational excellence. Sodexo’s commitment to equal opportunity means that all qualified candidates will be considered and valued without discrimination.

Job Requirements

Bachelor's degree or equivalent experience
minimum three years of management experience
minimum three years of functional experience in catering, food production, or food service management
ability to maintain staff payroll and scheduling using Kronos
attention to detail for reviewing orders and catering sheets
excellent communication and interpersonal skills
capacity to work in a fast-paced, high-volume environment

Job Qualifications

Bachelor's degree or equivalent experience
three years of management experience
three years of experience in catering, food production, food service management, or related field
strong communication skills to facilitate collaboration between sales, culinary, and front-of-house teams
ability to review catering event orders and sheets for accuracy
problem-solving skills to handle client queries effectively while adhering to catering policies

Job Duties

Oversee Sodexo resources, recipes, systems, and catering programs to direct daily catering events, including food production, inventory, product deliveries, invoices, and procurement operations
oversee the sales process for catering and/or conference services, collaborating with clients and customers to design events
ensure employees have appropriate equipment, supplies, and resources to perform their jobs and meet goals, cost controls, and deadlines
establish and maintain a safe work environment compliant with food and physical safety regulations and Sodexo standards, driving the Zero Harm mindset
comply with budget requirements by controlling costs like labor, inventory, equipment, and materials, making necessary adjustments
supervise employees by delegating, assigning, and prioritizing activities, and monitoring operating standards