Catering Manager 3

Sodexo•Daytona Beach, FL

18d

About The Position

Sodexo at Embry-Riddle Aeronautical University located in Daytona Beach, FL, is seeking a Catering Manager 3 with proven results in high profile events. The Catering Manager role is key to managing successful events on and off campus, as well as working with community and client partners. 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.

Requirements

solid organizational skills
excellent leadership/team building skills
the ability to handle catering at all levels from students to executives
professional demeanor is required.
demostrated history of event/catering management of VIP levels and high volume
Must have a Valid Driver's License
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

be accountable for all catering operations as leader of our team, catered events take place on and off campus, services include simple wholesome presentations to very high-end productions all with seasonal and sustainable menus
build the program with new approaches, a strong knowledge regarding logistics and event transportation, a commitment to processes and protocols for standards and safety/sanitation.
identify customer needs and expectations
ensure that Sodexo and customer goals are aligned and met
educate and develop rapport with clients and promote partnerships
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.