Catering Manager 1 - Sodexo

Unit Description

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

Sodexo is seeking a dynamic, self-motivated, results-driven Catering Manager 1 for the Medford School District in Medford, OR area. The Medford School District encompasses 361 square miles in the heart of Southern Oregon's beautiful Rogue River Valley. The district serves 14,000 students in 14 elementary schools, three middle schools, three high schools, one online virtual school, and four charter schools. 

Medford School District, located in the Beautiful and Active Rogue Valley of Southern Oregon is a 40 year Sodexo partnership. All of the 80 plus nutrition services staff members are Sodexo employees, many who have been with us for their entire careers. We are seeking a leader with vision, excellent communication and collaboration skills, strong financial acumen, employee engagement mindset and someone who is not hesitant to implement change. **A valid driver's license is required. 

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;
• excellent leadership/team building skills;
• the ability to handle catering at all levels from students to executives; and/or
• professional demeanor is required.

Learn more about Medford School District: https://www.medford.k12.or.us/

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.   Not the job for you?At Sodexo, we offer Food Service Management and Catering positions in a variety of business segments, including Corporate, Schools, Campus, Government and Agencies, Healthcare, Senior Living and Sports and Leisure locations across the United States. Continue your search for Food Service Management jobs.Working for Sodexo:Sodexo fosters a culture committed to the growth of individuals through continuous learning, mentoring and career growth opportunities. 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.

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.

Qualifications & Requirements

Basic Education Requirement - High School Diploma, GED or equivalentSodexo is an EEO/AA/Minority/Female/Disability/Veteran employer.