Job Description

Role Overview:

Sodexo  is seeking a Catering Manager 2 at George Mason University in Fairfax, VA . The Catering Manager will oversee the catering operations for a small to mid-sized location/unit, managing a catering volume between $500K and $1M. The successful candidate will have a hands-on approach to organizing and executing catered events. The position requires strong client interaction and engagement.   Sodexo provides college campuses with food, nutrition, environmental, and facilities management solutions. Joining us at one of our campus sites enables you to positively influence college students' well-being and create a healthy learning environment.

What You'll Do:

• ensure that Sodexo and customer goals are aligned and met  
• promote a customer/client-centered culture that strives to exceed customer and client needs
• coordinate all unit catering initiatives to drive sales growth and track results
• maintain and improve service level resulting in increased customer satisfaction 

• ensure all HAACP standards are followed
• demonstrate resourcefulness and quick responsiveness to client and customer requests 

What We Offer:

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.

What You Bring:

• demonstrated knowledge of catering and catering logistics, casual and fine dining, and banquet management
• the ability to work independently and collaboratively with managers, to execute the daily operational goals of the catering department
• excellent leadership/team-building skills
• the ability to handle catering at all levels from students to executives
• excellent organizational time management skills and the drive to get the job done with excellence in a timely manner 
• professional demeanor is required

Who We Are:

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 .

Qualifications & Requirements:

Minimum Education Requirement - High School Diploma or GED

Minimum Management Experience - 1 year

Job Tags

Holiday work, Casual work, Local area, Worldwide,

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