Catering Operations Manager

Sodexo • Rahway, NJ • 1h ago

Role Overview

Sodexo is seeking an experienced and highly skilled Catering Operations Manager to support catering services for a high-profile corporate client in Rahway, NJ. This role oversees a dynamic, fast-paced catering program that supports executive meetings, large-scale events, and elevated hospitality experiences across the campus.

The Catering Operations Manager plays a key role in shaping a modern, innovative catering program that reflects the client's brand and delivers a seamless, world-class service experience. This leader ensures flawless event execution, strong client partnership, and a consistent focus on quality, creativity, and operational excellence.

This is a hands-on, strategic leadership role for a hospitality professional who thrives in complex environments, leads with confidence, and elevates every detail of the guest experience.

This account is part of the SodexoMAGIC portfolio - the joint venture between NBA Hall of Famer Earvin "Magic" Johnson and Sodexo. Through this partnership, we deliver creative, community-focused solutions that elevate the guest experience and strengthen the communities we serve.

What You'll Do

Lead day-to-day catering operations, ensuring flawless planning, execution, and premium service delivery for corporate events

Partner with clients and internal teams to design innovative, customized event experiences that reflect brand standards

Oversee event logistics, staffing, production timelines, and service standards to ensure consistency and operational excellence

Manage financial performance through accurate forecasting, cost control, and revenue-enhancing strategies

Ensure compliance with company policies, safety protocols, and contractual requirements across all catering activities

Coach, mentor, and develop catering supervisors and frontline teams to strengthen capability, engagement, and service culture

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

Extensive experience leading high-volume, premium corporate catering or hospitality operations

Proven ability to deliver exceptional event experiences with strong attention to detail and service excellence

Strong client-relationship and communication skills, with the ability to influence at all organizational levels

Demonstrated success developing, motivating, and inspiring high-performing teams

Strategic mindset with the ability to translate client needs into innovative catering solutions

Strong financial acumen with experience in budgeting, forecasting, and operational problem-solving

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 completethis form (https://app.smartsheet.com/b/form/dbdf3c39f65e4cd49eda84cc599389ab) .

Qualifications & Requirements

Minimum Education Requirement -Associate's Degree or equivalent experience

Minimum Management Experience - 2 years

Minimum Functional Experience - 2 years work experience in food or culinary services including restaurants, fast food, vending, catering services, institutional services, mall food courts, etc.

Location US-NJ-RAHWAY

System ID 988161

Category Food Service

Employment Status Full-Time

Exempt

Posted Range $77605 to $100430

Company : Segment Desc CORPORATE SERVICES SEGMENT (US)

On-Site

Sodexo

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