Catering Manager 3

Sodexo is seeking an energetic, organized, and hospitality-driven Catering Manager 3 to lead catering operations at Texas Southern University in Houston, Texas. This position is responsible for overseeing all aspects of catering services, from client engagement and event planning to execution and financial performance.

The ideal candidate is a proven leader who thrives in a fast-paced environment, delivers exceptional customer service, and has a passion for creating memorable experiences for students, faculty, staff, alumni, and campus guests.

SodexoMagic is the joint venture partnership between NBA Hall of Famer, Earvin “Magic” Johnson and Sodexo. This strategic alliance enables us to deliver creative solutions to our clients along with our local partners throughout the communities we serve. For almost 20 years, we have provided top-level food, facilities management and integrated services to corporations, healthcare facilities, K-12 schools, colleges, universities and aviation lounges.

• Lead and manage daily catering operations for a variety of campus events, including executive meetings, student functions, athletic events, conferences, and special occasions;
• Serve as the primary point of contact for catering clients, ensuring a seamless planning and execution process;
• Coordinate event logistics, staffing, menu selections, setup, service, and post-event follow-up;
• Ensure high standards of food quality, presentation, hospitality, and customer satisfaction;
• Manage catering budgets, labor costs, inventory, and operational expenses to achieve financial goals;
• Collaborate with culinary, retail, and marketing teams to promote catering services and identify revenue growth opportunities.

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.

• Hospitality, banquet, event management, or food service leadership experience;
• Demonstrated success managing multiple events simultaneously in a high-volume environment;
• Strong client relations, communication, and organizational skills;
• Experience with event planning, catering sales, and customer relationship management;
• Financial acumen, including budgeting, forecasting, and cost controls;
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office and catering/event management systems.

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.

Minimum Education Requirement - Associate's Degree or equivalent experience
Minimum Management Experience - 2 years
Minimum Functional Experience – 1 year work experience in food or culinary services including restaurants, fast food, vending, catering services, institutional services, mall food courts, etc.