Catering Manager 2

Unit Description

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Sodexo is seeking a Catering Manager 2 for South Dakota State University located in Brookings, South Dakota . Sodexo manages the catering for the entire campus which caters to a wide variety of events, from on-campus meetings, graduations, weddings, VIP events, and much more. The Catering Manager will have a strong focus on catering operations, assist in building relationship with current and potential clients, and assist in executing on-trend events.South Dakota State University is the state’s largest, most comprehensive higher-education institution. The SDSU Jackrabbits compete at the National Collegiate Athletic Association Division I level in all sports.

Brookings, South Dakota is a vibrant, diverse and inclusive community where all are invited to Bring Your Dreams! Brookings combines small-town charm with college-town energy and world-class cultural and recreational amenities.Our residents and visitors appreciate our low crime rate, lack of traffic jams and genuine Midwest friendliness. From solo entrepreneurs to global manufacturing companies and everything in-between, Brookings is rooted in the hard work, talent, vision, and philanthropy of our people.If you’re already a part of our community, thank you! If you’re considering relocating your home to Brookings please do. We trust you’ll quickly learn what our nearly 24,000 residents already know: Brookings is a special place to play, study, work, and live. Come and Bring Your Dreams!

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 HAACP standards are followed; and/or

demonstrate resourcefulness and quick responsiveness to client and customer requests.

Is this opportunity right for you? We are looking for candidates who have:

solid organizational skills;

leadership/team building skills;

the ability to handle catering at all levels from students to executives; and/or

a willingness to be hands-on.

Learn more about South Dakota State University : South Dakota State University (https://www.sdstate.edu/)

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.

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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.

What We Offer

Compensation is fair and equitable, partially determined by a candidates education level or years of relevant experience. Salary offers are based on a candidates 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.

Qualifications & Requirements

Basic Education Requirement – High School Diploma or GED

Basic Management Experience – 1 year

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

Location US-SD-BROOKINGS

System ID 976846

Category Food Service

Employment Status Full-Time

Posted Range $44200 to $66880

Company : Segment Desc UNIVERSITIES

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