Catering Manager 4

Sodexo is a global leader in food services and facilities management, committed to improving the quality of life for the communities it serves through comprehensive service solutions. As an established multinational corporation, Sodexo prides itself on offering integrated food service, catering, and facilities management solutions worldwide. The company focuses on creating a better everyday life for its clients and employees, emphasizing fairness, respect, diversity, and inclusion in the workplace. Sodexo operates with the goal of delivering memorable and high-quality experiences for both customers and employees, fostering a positive team environment where everyone can thrive and contribute their ideas. Their commitment to equal employment opportunities and accessibility ensures a diverse and inclusive workforce, promoting social and environmental progress in the communities they serve.

The Catering Manager role, based in Rahway, New Jersey, is a dynamic and hands-on leadership position within Sodexo's corporate catering operations. The manager will play a crucial role in planning, overseeing, and executing multiple catering events with a focus on delivering exceptional service and operational excellence. This position involves collaborative event management, client relationship building, and meticulous operational oversight during both business hours and evening events, with occasional weekend responsibilities. The ideal candidate will be deeply involved in the daily operations of food production, inventory management, deliveries, invoicing, and procurement using Sodexo’s proprietary systems. Managing cost controls and maintaining strict budget adherence for labor, materials, and other operational expenses will be integral to this position.

This role calls for a proactive, service-oriented leader who is comfortable working in a fast-paced environment where creativity, professionalism, and elevated service standards are valued. The Catering Manager will lead and mentor a team, ensuring all event tasks meet high-quality standards and client expectations. Flexibility is key, as the manager needs to adjust schedules and lead a team through varying shifts to meet the dynamic demands of the catering business. Additionally, the role requires strong sales and client collaboration skills, as the manager will be responsible for overseeing the sales process, designing events with client input, and driving sales growth through coordinated catering initiatives.

Sodexo offers its employees a comprehensive benefits package, including medical, dental, and vision care, wellness programs, a 401(k) retirement plan with matching contributions, paid time off, company holidays, career growth opportunities, and tuition reimbursement. Compensation for this role is competitive and based on the candidate's education, skills, experience, and training, emphasizing equitable and fair salary offers. The company also emphasizes strong client relationship management to promote partnership and trust, along with fostering a customer-centered culture that exceeds expectations, directly impacting customer satisfaction and revenue growth.

In summary, this opportunity is perfect for a seasoned catering management professional seeking to lead a bustling corporate catering operation within an innovative and supportive global company. The successful candidate will bring a blend of operational savvy, leadership, client relationship expertise, and flexibility to drive the continued success of Sodexo's catering services in Rahway, NJ.