Job Description

SodexoMagic – New Berlinville, PA

SodexoMagic is the joint venture partnership between NBA Hall of Famer Earvin “Magic” Johnson and Sodexo. This powerful alliance blends world‑class hospitality with community impact, enabling us to deliver creative, people‑centered solutions to the clients and neighborhoods we proudly serve.

Sodexo is seeking an experienced, highly skilled Catering Manager 3 to lead catering operations for a high‑profile corporate client. This position oversees a dynamic, fast‑paced catering program that includes executive meetings, large‑scale events, and elevated hospitality experiences. As part of a strategic, nationally visible account, the Catering Manager 3 ensures that every event reflects the client’s brand, SodexoMagic’s standards, and a commitment to exceptional service.

This is a hands‑on, strategic leadership role for a hospitality professional who thrives in complex environments, leads with confidence, and elevates every detail of the guest experience.

What You'll Do

• Leads and manages daily catering operations, logistics, and staff, ensuring every delivery and event is executed with seamless precision.

• Oversees the full catering sales and planning process, partnering closely with high-profile clients to design and execute sophisticated, high-quality events.

• Ensures the catering team has the necessary tools, resources, and support to consistently meet premium service standards and operational deadlines.

• Manages labor and food costs to ensure strict alignment with budget requirements, proactively making adjustments to maintain financial efficiency.

• Supervise and guides the catering staff by delegating tasks and setting priorities to maintain "Gold Standard" operating procedures across all functions.

• Maintains the high level of flexibility required to support varying event schedules and evolving business needs within a fast-paced corporate environment

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

• Ability to identify complex client needs and deliver tailored, high-quality catering solutions that align with corporate culture and global standards.

• Strong relationship-building skills with the ability to develop trust and promote a collaborative partnership with high-profile stakeholders.

• A hospitality-driven approach with a deep commitment to exceeding expectations through meticulous event execution and service.

• Proven ability to maintain and elevate service levels, resulting in increased client satisfaction and a Global Strategic Account guest experience.

• Comprehensive knowledge of and strict adherence to all HACCP and food safety standards during transport and event service.

• Exceptional problem-solving skills and responsiveness to real-time client requests in a fast-paced, high-expectation environment.

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 - Associate's Degree or equivalent experienceMinimum 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.