Catering Manager 3

Success is yours when you collaborate and work hard in our team-based culture!!

SodexoMAGIC

is seeking a

Catering Manager 3

to support our dining operations for the

University of Illinois Chicago.

As the

Catering Manager

, you will be able to work and oversee multiple functions and setups. The candidate will also be responsible for supervising and working with the event staff, making sure events are prepped and ready for the next day.

SodexoMAGIC

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.

Successful candidates will have the knowledge of HACCP and safety standards, ability to control cost of goods and train staff on proper standards. Candidates should also have working knowledge of scheduling, cost control and food service operations. Seeking candidates with the ability to drive and foster an innovative team while managing high volume, and ability to work well with management team and staff.

The successful candidate will:

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 HACCP standards are followed;

demonstrate resourcefulness and quick responsiveness to client and customer requests.

We are looking for candidates who:

Have a work history demonstrating strong employee engagement leadership skills, as well as previous supervisory experience and the ability to work collaboratively

Manage multiple priorities, demonstrate professional communication skills, and a passion for high level customer service

Prioritize tasks and exhibit flexibility to take on additional responsibilities as needed

High volume catering management experience

Extensive formal training in catering services, with particular emphasis on customer service, event planning and presentation, and event management

Strong focus on food quality and presentation as well as high end catering experience

Previous success managing a university campus account

Strong leadership skills, computer skills, and culinary knowledge

Technical competence in unit financial management, pricing, menu development and will be responsible for the training and development of front line hourly employees

Exceptional time management skills and will be able to juggle multiple priorities.

Sodexo offers a full array of benefits including paid time off, holidays, medical, dental, vision, 401K and access to ongoing training and development programs, tuition reimbursement, plus health and wellness programs.

Working for Sodexo:

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.

Qualifications & Requirements

Basic Education Requirement - Associate's Degree or equivalent experienceBasic Management Experience - 2 yearsBasic 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.

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