Let your passion for people be the driver of your success at Sodexo. Through your leadership, your team will make a real impact every day.

Work where the MOUNTAINEERS PLAY! The Catering Manager position will oversee all aspects of the catering department for WVU Athletic venues operated by Sodexo. The venues include Milan Puskar Stadium (football), the Coliseum (indoor arena), Dick Dlesk Soccer Stadium and Wagener Field at Kendrick Family Ballpark (baseball). The Catering Manager is responsible for game day and non-game day catering functions at all four venues in addition to any offsite locations.

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.

• Write catering menus
• Coordinate and execute multiple events daily
• Manage catering inventory and using catering software
• Transform spaces and create an experience for guests

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.

• Hands on Higher Education catering experience
• Strong financial acumen
• Experience with both casual and fine dining catering/banquet management
• Knowledge of ethnic culinary cuisine themes
• Prior high volume catering service experience
• Knowledge of catering set up and execution

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.