Catering Manager 3

Sodexo•Milton, MA

25d

About The Position

Join a great team where students are at the heart of everything we do! Sodexo's Campus Segment is seeking a Catering Manager 3 for Curry College, a campus dedicated to connecting people with academic and personal opportunity. In this role, you will lead the execution of high-quality catering experiences—from donor events to student engagement activities—while delivering outstanding service and building strong client relationships. The Catering Manager actively supports event setup, execution, and breakdown, while also managing administrative functions such as Catertrax operations, ordering, beer/wine oversight, and inventory. Exceptional multitasking, delegation, and communication skills are essential. The role also supports resident dining operations as needed.

Requirements

Food service experience in high-volume catering management.
Formal training in catering services, including customer service, event planning, presentation, and event management.
Proven ability to deliver high-end catering and exceptional food quality and presentation.
Strong leadership, communication, and interpersonal skills with the ability to build positive working relationships at all levels.
Solid computer skills and familiarity with catering systems (Catertrax preferred).
Culinary knowledge and understanding of food and beverage cost controls.
Competence in unit financial management, pricing strategies, and menu development.
Ability to manage multiple priorities, delegate effectively, and excel in a fast-paced environment.
A proactive, hands-on approach and dedication to exceeding customer expectations.
Minimum Education Requirement - Associate's Degree or equivalent experienceMinimum Management Experience - 2 years Minimum Functional Experience – 1 year work experience in food or culinary services including restaurants, fast food, vending, catering services, institutional services, mall food courts, etc.

Responsibilities

Lead the planning, coordination, and execution of campus catering events, ensuring excellence in service, presentation, and customer satisfaction.
Engage regularly with donors, campus partners, and student groups to understand needs and deliver tailored event experiences.
Actively participate in event setup, service execution, and breakdown to maintain quality and efficiency.
Oversee Catertrax ordering, billing, event documentation, and administrative workflows.
Manage inventory, ordering, and beer/wine processes in compliance with Sodexo and campus standards.
Support resident dining operations as needed, collaborating with culinary and service teams.
Train, coach, and develop front-line staff and managers to uphold service standards and operational consistency.
Monitor financial performance, including pricing, food and beverage cost controls, and budget adherence.
Maintain strong relationships with clients, vendors, employees, and college partners.
Champion safety, sanitation, and compliance standards at all times.