Catering Manager 3

Sodexo•Bethlehem, PA

About The Position

Sodexo’s Campus Segment is seeking an experienced and dynamic Catering Manager at Lehigh University, located in Bethlehem, PA. In this role, you will be responsible for the organization, coordination, and flawless execution of university, campus, and third-party events. The ideal candidate will have a strong catering background, experience managing upscale and high-profile events, and the ability to plan and execute multiple functions simultaneously. This is a dynamic opportunity for a creative, customer-focused catering professional who thrives in a fast-paced environment and takes pride in delivering exceptional service and memorable dining experiences that bring people together. The position works directly with University Senior Leadership offices, including, but not limited to, the President and Provost Offices, Development and Alumni Relations, Finance & Administration, Deans Offices, and Zoellner Arts Center.

Requirements

solid organizational skills
excellent leadership/team building skills
the ability to handle catering at all levels from students to executives
professional demeanor
demostrated history of event/catering management of VIP levels and high volume
Minimum Education Requirement - Associate's Degree or equivalent experience
Minimum 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

Manages day-to-day booking of all events, ensuring the sales team responds to customers promptly, communicating event updates and changes to the team, and managing the catering event meetings for all departments.
Help lead the team with bookings, details, timelines, flight plans, etc., for the larger internal and external events across campus.
Assist with the budgeting of events with customers and forecast events for financial reporting, including upselling.
Assist with the execution of our marketing plan to help increase catering revenue
Oversee setup and presentation to maintain Sodexo’s high standards of service and quality
Train, develop, and mentor catering staff to deliver outstanding guest experiences
Ensure compliance with food safety, sanitation, and workplace safety standards