Role Overview:
Join us and help deliver one-of-a-kind, elevated catering experiences for our campus community.
Sodexo's Campus Segment is seeking a talented Catering Manager 2 to join our team at UMass Boston, a campus entering a dynamic new era of growth, innovation, and impact. As the most diverse university in New England and one of the most diverse in the nation, UMass Boston offers a vibrant environment and a high-performing team committed to excellence.
The Catering Manager 2 oversees the full scope of catering operations, ensuring flawless execution from planning through event completion. This role is highly service-driven and detail-oriented, with responsibility for event operations, staff leadership, client engagement, and vendor coordination. The ideal candidate brings both operational strength and creative vision to transform spaces and deliver memorable experiences.
What You'll Do:
Event Operations
- Oversee planning, coordination, and execution of all catered events—both on and off campus.
- Develop event timelines, staffing plans, logistics, and service flow.
- Conduct pre-event briefings and post-event evaluations to support continuous improvement.
- Ensure full compliance with food safety, health, and sanitation regulations.
- Maintain accuracy of menu identifiers and allergen information.
Staff Leadership
- Recruit, train, schedule, and supervise catering staff.
- Provide direct, hands-on leadership during events to uphold high service standards.
- Support a positive, accountable team culture focused on guest satisfaction.
Client Coordination
- Participate in client consultations and planning meetings.
- Serve as the on-site point of contact, ensuring seamless communication.
- Resolve service challenges professionally, efficiently, and with a customer-first mindset.
Vendor & Inventory Management
- Coordinate rentals, linen service, equipment needs, and specialty vendors.
- Manage inventory levels, ordering (including alcohol), and equipment readiness.
- Control event-related labor, supply, and rental costs to meet financial goals.
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:
- Experience delivering high-end catering events.
- Proven ability to create visually stunning, memorable, and sophisticated event experiences.
- Strong operational knowledge of catering logistics, safety, and service standards.
- Demonstrated success driving catering sales and building client relationships.
- Excellent communication and organizational skills with exceptional attention to detail.
- Ability to lead, motivate, and engage diverse teams in fast-paced environments.
- Strong client references from past catering roles or event partners.
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 complete this form.
Qualifications & Requirements:
Minimum Education Requirement - High School Diploma or GED
Minimum Management Experience - 1 year