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Job Listing: Hospitality Director of Catering
At Sodexo Live!, we take pride in crafting exceptional events at the most prestigious venues on the planet and creating lasting memories for fans, visitors, guests and team members. Working with Sodexo Live! is more than a job; it's a chance to be part of something greater. Here, you'll build a career where 'everyday' is anything but normal.
Our experiences are unique, and so are our people. Bring your personality, your background and your desire to delight others. In return, we'll give you all you need to thrive. After giving it all, you'll return home knowing that you've played your part in creating a truly unforgettable moment.
Location: We are seeking an experienced Hospitality Director of Catering for the University of Michigan.
The Leaders & Best...The Victors Valiant...The Michigan Wolverines. These are terms you may have heard circling around The University of Michigan and the city of Ann Arbor. The University of Michigan is one of the country's top public institutions, located in one of the best college towns in America - Ann Arbor. U-M is a leader in higher education, attracting top students and faculty from all over the world. The University offers a rich tradition of academic excellence, unparalleled athletics, and a vibrant, diverse community of the leaders and best.
Principal Function:
The Hospitality Director of Catering position is found within larger Sodexo Live! venues, typically Tier 1 Convention Centers and Sports & Entertainment arenas, with a high volume of and significant revenue stream from catered functions and events.
The Hospitality Director of Catering will typically manage a team of one or more Catering Sales Managers and or/Coordinators. They are responsible for creating unique dining experiences by directing, selling, up-selling and actively participating in the planning and production of catered functions. Working closely with clients, as well as with the banquets, culinary, beverage and operations staff, they are responsible for ensuring that events are coordinated and executed smoothly and in accordance with client expectations and specifications.
The Hospitality Director of Catering will focus on the development, implementation and measurement of the revenue objectives contained within the unit's annual marketing plan. They will direct and manage the Catering Sales team and all sales activities to meet revenue objectives and attain the top line financial forecast. This includes developing sales with existing business (forecasted group/local business) and executing strategies to develop new business.
The Hospitality Director of Catering will support the planning of and preparation for events according to anticipated attendance, and will provide hands-on management and oversight in the areas of service and F&B operations during events.
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Hours may be extended or irregular to include nights, weekends and holidays.
Thank you for expressing interest in employment with Sodexo Live!. While only those candidates considered for this position will be contacted, your resume will remain on file for 90 days.
Sodexo Live! is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, religion, color, national origin, sex, age, genetic information, status as a protected veteran or status as a qualified individual with a disability, or any other characteristic protected by applicable Federal, State or Local law.
Full Time
$54k-94k (estimate)
03/29/2024
05/28/2024