Catering Director Location US-PA-ALLENTOWN System ID 977864 Category Food Service Relocation Type No Employment Status Full-Time Posted Range $61100 to $92400 Company : Segment Desc UNIVERSITIES   On-Site Unit Description

Working together, supporting your team, and reaching for the best in a high-volume, high-paced environment is second nature to you.

 

Sodexo at Muhlenberg College is seeking an experienced Catering Director that has a passion for high end catering and is looking for an exciting and challenging new position.

 

The Catering Director will report directly to the General manager and oversee an Executive Chef, Catering Manager, and a staff of roughly 15 employees. We are looking for candidates with strong high volume catering experience and preferably campus dining experience.

 

As the Catering Director you will be tasked with the booking, coordination, and execution of catering events. Events can range from the traditional drop-off of coffee/refreshment service to upscale events.  

 

The successful candidate 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. Schedule flexibility is a necessity. 

 

The best qualified candidate will have the following:

Hands on Higher Education catering experienceExperience with both casual and fine dining catering/banquet managementPrior high volume catering service experienceKnowledge of catering set up and executionExperience writing catering menusKnowledge coordinating and executing multiple events dailyExperience with labor controls, managing catering inventory and using catering softwareExcellent organization skills and attention to detailAn ability to transform spaces and create an experience for guests 

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.

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 Programs401(k) Plan with Matching ContributionsPaid Time Off and Company HolidaysCareer Growth Opportunities and Tuition Reimbursement

More extensive information is provided to new employees upon hire.

Qualifications & Requirements

Basic Education Requirement - Bachelor’s Degree or equivalent experience

Basic Management Experience - 3 years   

Basic Functional Experience - 3 years of experience in catering, food production, or food service management or a related field

 

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