Catering Manager 3
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
- Catering leadership experience with high-profile or executive-level events preferred
- Strong client relationship and communication skills with polished professional presence
- Ability to work independently while managing multiple priorities and event timelines
- Experience within healthcare, hospitality, corporate dining, or upscale catering environments preferred
- Highly organized with strong attention to detail and follow-through
- 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
- Experience supporting retail or grab-and-go operations preferred
- 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
- Experience within healthcare, hospitality, corporate dining, or upscale catering environments
- Experience supporting retail or grab-and-go operations
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
Benefits
- 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
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Manager
Education Level
Associate degree
