Grow your career with a company that shares your passion!
Our
Education Division
team has an exciting new opportunity to join Sodexo as our next
Catering Sales Manager.
At Sodexo, our purpose is to create a better everyday for everyone to build a better life for all. As the global leader in services that improve the Quality of Life, we operate in 55 countries, serving over 100 million consumers each day through our unique combination of On-Site Food and FM Services, Benefits & Rewards Services and Personal & Home Services.
How You'll Make an Impact:
Responsible for the successful delivery of events while managing event process including executing client meetings, preparing event details, monitoring event budgets and sourcing external resources as required
Create sales on site for future events and work with marketing to promote banquet and convention space
Collaborate with all required departments when planning and executing an event and ensure timely completion of all event components as per client requirements
Work with Executive Chef and the client to develop appropriate menu offerings
Be available to clients during events while observing and managing key service components
Coordinate non-food supplies required for each event, including but not limited to, linens and laundry suppliers, staffing agencies, equipment rental companies and florists
Coordinate the layout for the event space according to the client requirements and health & safety requirements
Ensure health and safety regulations are strictly observed by all staff working during set-up for events and event day
Keep financial and administrative records; work with Finance to ensure billing accuracy and assist in collection of accounts as required
Oversee, update, and maintain Catering software
Oversee sports concessions
Maximize revenue while providing value and exceptional service to clients
Qualifications
What You'll Need to Succeed:
Post-secondary education required; in a related field, Hospitality and/or Event Planning is a strong asset
Minimum of 3-5 years' experience in planning and executing medium to large scale events
The ability to work well independently on several projects concurrently
Excellent communication, organizational and creative thinking skills
Software proficiency in Microsoft Word, Excel, Power Point, is required; knowledge and experience in the event management booking software is preferred.
Strong initiative and hospitality orientation; Project Management, organizational and prioritizing skills; problem solving and detail oriented.
Demonstrate flexibility and professionalism, coupled with sound judgment, discretion and ability to maintain confidential information
Proven ability to successfully communicate with a diverse client base
Additional Information
What Makes Sodexo/Entegra Different
:
Working with us is more than a job; it's a chance to be part of something greater because we believe our everyday actions have a big impact. You
belong
in a company that allows you to
act
with purpose and
thrive
in your own way. In addition, we offer:
Flexible work environment
Competitive compensation & great employee benefits
Training and development programs
Countless opportunities for growth
Corporate responsibility & sustainability
An award-winning employer for Sustainability, Diversity & Inclusion, Corporate Social Responsibility, and much more. View Sodexo's latest awards here
And so much more!
Sodexo is committed to Employment Equity and Diversity. We do not discriminate against any employee or applicant for employment because of national origin, race, religion, ethnic group, age, disability, gender, sexual preference, sexual or gender identity, status as a veteran or any other federal, provincial or local protected class.
We welcome and encourage applications from people with disabilities. Accommodation is available on request from candidates taking part in all aspects of the selection process.
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