Catering Manager 3

Unit Description

Get behind the magic!

This account falls under the SodexoMAGIC portfolio of business. Use your passion for service to create a positive impact and make a difference in the communities we serve! SodexoMAGIC is a joint Sodexo/Magic Johnson venture which promises to empower the communities we serve by offering best-in-class food & facilities management solutions, which create a positive impact and make a difference in the lives of our clients and customers. SodexoMAGIC offers our dedicated service via the following Sodexo segments: Corporate Services, Hospitals, K-12 Schools, and Campus.

Sodexo is seeking an experienced Catering Manager 3 for Grambling State University located in Grambling, LA . This unique university combines the academic strengths of a major university with the benefits of a small college, a combination that enables our students to grow and learn in a serene and positive environment. We offer more than forty (40) undergraduate and graduate degree and certificate programs through four colleges, including two professional schools and a graduate school. GSU is a member of the University of Louisiana System and the Thurgood Marshall College Fund. Also listed on the Louisiana African American Heritage Trail, Grambling State University is steeped in history, with a longstanding tradition of excellence, Grambling State University continues to emphasize the value and importance of each student, exemplified by our motto: Where Everybody Is Somebody .

The position will report directly to the GM or designated #2. The position is a hands on position that requires nights and weekends. Position also manages boxes at sports arenas on campus. This position requires that you meet with all the clients and build up an excellent relationship with the campus community. Our Catering Manager will directly supervise anywhere from 1 - 10 events at a time and will need to have a flexible schedule as events may be days, nights, weekends and some holidays. This position also requires that you hire and train a professional catering staff, utilizing the community and students on campus. The Catering Manager will also need to help out as needed in other areas of the account including concessions, summer dining, and retail locations. Catering services include 40% high level catering.

This would be a great opportunity for someone with multiple years of Catering experience. If you have experience at all service levels from coffee services, served meals, drop-offs to Presidential events and everything in between, this would be a great opportunity for you. Proven ability to plan, coordinate, setup and execute high profile specialty events numerous times during the year is key to success at this account. Organizational and planning skills as well as experience overseeing events are areas where the candidates need to have a proven track record and can speak to this experience in detail. Maintaining a keen interest of food, trends, and unique presentations as well as a desire to establish new looks, tastes and flavors in this operation will also aid in the success of the account.

The SodexoMAGIC partnership represents the union of two global brands that operate at peak performance. Sodexo, a long-standing leader in "quality of life solutions" around the globe, and Magic Johnson Enterprises, the brainchild of NBA all-star Earvin Magic Johnson, who literally took the game to new heights. To learn more about SodexoMAGIC and read a message from Earvin "Magic" Johnson himself clickhere (~~~/)

Is this opportunity right for you?

At Sodexo, you will find the ingredients for a great career in food service management specializing in Catering. With benefits including schedules that encourage work-life balance and continuing education opportunities, you'll enjoy an improved quality of life that's unique in the hospitality industry.

Are you the experienced Catering manager we're seeking?

We are looking for candidates who can:

• identify internal/external customer needs and expectations;

• ensure that Sodexo and customer goals are aligned and met;

• educate and develop rapport with internal/external customers and promote partnerships;

• promote a customer/client centered culture that strives to exceed customer and client needs; and

• coordinate all unit catering initiatives to drive sales growth and track results.

Your success will be measured by your ability to

• maintain and improve service level resulting in increased customer satisfaction;

• ensure all HAACP standards are followed; and

• demonstrate resourcefulness and quick responsiveness to client and customer requests.

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Working for Sodexo:

At Sodexo, you will find the ingredients for a great career in food service management specializing in Retail Management. With benefits including schedules that encourage work-life balance and continuing education opportunities, you'll enjoy an improved quality of life that's unique in the hospitality industry.

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What We Offer

Sodexo offers fair and equitable compensation, partially determined by a candidate's education level or years of relevant experience. While the budgeted range for the position is posted, Sodexo salary offers are based on a candidate's specific criteria, like experience, skills, education and training.

Qualifications & Requirements

Basic Education Requirement - Associate's Degreeor equivalent experience

Basic Management Experience - 2 years

Basic Functional Experience - 1 year work experience in food or culinary services including restaurants, fast food, vending, catering services, institutional services, mall food courts, etc.

Sodexo is an EEO/AA/Minority/Female/Disability/Veteran employer.

Location US-LA-GRAMBLING

System ID 971042

Category Food Service

Relocation Type Yes - According to Grade

Employment Status Full-Time

Posted Range $41700 to $63030

Company : Segment Desc UNIVERSITIES

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