Job Description

Role Overview:

Sodexo is seeking a  Catering Manager 4 for our Financial Services account in Dallas , Texas.  The Catering Manager role is key to managing successful catering events as well as working with client partners.   Sodexo provides the corporate service account with food, nutrition, environmental, and facilities management solutions. The Catering Manager 3  will oversee the logistics of the catering department. 

 

SodexoMagic  

SodexoMagic is the joint venture partnership between NBA Hall of Famer, Earvin “Magic” Johnson, and Sodexo. As a certified minority company, we deliver food, facilities management and integrated services to corporations, healthcare facilities, K-12 schools, colleges and universities and aviation lounges. This strategic alliance between Magic Johnson Enterprises and Sodexo, Inc., enables us to deliver creative solutions to our clients along with our local partners throughout the communities we serve.

What You'll Do:

• Supervise catering services to ensure that client expectations are met, aiming for long-term client relationships and retention.

• Manage a high-volume catering portfolio exceeding $1.5M in sales, contributing to revenue growth, profit margins, and long-term business opportunities.

• Plan and implement catering projects by defining objectives, setting timelines, budgeting, and aligning with Sodexo's overall strategic plan for growth.

• Oversee Sodexo resources, recipes, and catering programs.

• Manage daily catering events including food production, inventory, product deliveries, invoicing, and procurement.

• Lead the sales process for catering and conference services.

• Collaborate with clients and customers to design, plan, and deliver catering events, ensuring satisfaction.
• Ensure employees have the necessary resources, supplies, and equipment to perform tasks effectively.

• Monitor employee performance, delegate tasks, and enforce cost control and deadline adherence.
• Establish and maintain a safe work environment, ensuring food safety and physical safety protocols are followed.
• Promote and ensure adherence to Sodexo’s Zero Harm mindset.
• Manage operating costs (labor, inventory, materials) and make necessary adjustments to stay within budget.
• Control and report on costs, seeking continuous improvement.
• Supervise catering team by delegating tasks, prioritizing activities, and monitoring adherence to operational standards.

What We Offer:

Compensation is fair and equitable, partially determined by a candidate's education level or years of relevant experience. Salary offers are based on a candidate's specific criteria, like experience, skills, education, and training. Sodexo offers a comprehensive benefits package that may include:

 

• 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

More extensive information is provided to new employees upon hire.

What You Bring:

• Experience writing catering menus
• Knowledge coordinating and executing multiple events daily
• Experience with labor controls, managing catering inventory and using catering software
• Excellent organization skills and attention to detail
• An ability to transform spaces and create an experience for guests

Who We Are:

At Sodexo, our purpose is to create a better everyday for everyone and build a better life for all. We believe in improving the quality of life for those we serve and contributing to the economic, social, and environmental progress in the communities where we operate. Sodexo partners with clients to provide a truly memorable experience for both customers and employees alike. We do this by providing food service, catering, facilities management, and other integrated solutions worldwide.

 

Our company values you for you; you will be treated fairly and with respect, and you can be yourself. You will have your ideas count and your opinions heard because we can be a stronger team when you’re happy at work. This is why we embrace diversity and inclusion as core values, fostering an environment where all employees are valued and respected. We are committed to providing equal employment opportunities to individuals regardless of race, color, religion, national origin, age, sex, gender identity, pregnancy, disability, sexual orientation, military status, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by applicable federal, state, or local law. If you need assistance with the application process, please complete this form .

Qualifications & Requirements:

Minimum Education Requirement - Bachelor’s Degree or equivalent experience

Minimum Management Experience - 3 years

Minimum Functional Experience - 3 years o f experience in catering, food production, or food service management or a related field

Job Tags

Holiday work, Local area, Worldwide,

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