Catering Manager 3

Sodexo Careers•Camden, NJ

1d•Onsite

About The Position

Sodexo is seeking a dynamic and hospitality-driven Catering Manager 3 to support high-profile catering and retail dining operations at Cooper University Hospital in Camden, New Jersey. Cooper University Hospital is a 635-bed acute care academic and trauma center recognized for clinical excellence and continued growth throughout the region. This is an exciting opportunity to join a prestigious healthcare account with significant expansion planned over the next five years. The Catering Manager will oversee approximately $600K in annual catering volume, supporting a wide range of executive-level, physician, hospital leadership, and special event functions while also assisting with grab-and-go retail operations and supporting the Executive Chef in day-to-day culinary operations. The ideal candidate will be a polished, hands-on leader with strong culinary skills, excellent client relationship abilities, and the confidence to independently manage high-profile events from planning through execution.

Requirements

Strong culinary background with hands-on cooking experience required
Ability to work independently while managing multiple priorities and event timelines
Computer savvy with strong administrative and communication skills
Flexible and adaptable leadership style with willingness to support operational needs
Valid Driver’s License required
Strong leadership and team development skills
Associate's Degree or equivalent experience
2 years minimum management experience
1 year work experience in food or culinary services including restaurants, fast food, vending, catering services, institutional services, mall food courts, etc.

Nice To Haves

Catering leadership experience with high-profile or executive-level events preferred
Strong client relationship and communication skills with polished professional presence
Experience within healthcare, hospitality, corporate dining, or upscale catering environments preferred
Experience supporting retail or grab-and-go operations preferred

Responsibilities

Manage and execute high-end catering events and daily catering operations generating approximately $600K in annual revenue
Build strong relationships with hospital leadership, physicians, clients, and department stakeholders
Coordinate all aspects of catered events including planning, menu development, pricing, logistics, execution, and follow-up
Support the Executive Chef and Production Manager with daily culinary and operational oversight
Oversee grab-and-go retail offerings while helping drive innovation and presentation standards
Lead, mentor, and develop a team of approximately 5 employees, including oversight of a Sous Chef
Ensure exceptional food quality, presentation, customer service, and operational execution
Utilize computer systems for event coordination, communication, ordering, and reporting
Drive catering growth while maintaining outstanding client satisfaction and service standards
Maintain compliance with food safety, sanitation, and operational standards