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Catering Manager 2
Company : Sodexo
Location : Marshall, MN, 56258
Job Type : Full Time
Date Posted : 12 January 2026
Role Overview
Sodexo's Campus Dining segment has a potential new opportunity for a Catering Manager 2 at Southwest Minnesota State University in Marshall, Minnesota. Sodexo manages the catering for the entire campus, which caters to a wide variety of events. This Catering Manager will oversee all catering events on campus and will be responsible for all execution of our catering events. Sodexo provides college campuses with food, nutrition, environmental, and facilities management solutions. Joining us at one of our campus sites enables you to positively influence college students' well-being and create a healthy learning environment.
What You'll Do
- identify customer needs and expectations
- ensure that Sodexo and customer goals are aligned and met
- educate and develop rapport with clients and promote partnerships
- promote a customer/client centered culture that strives to exceed customer and client needs
- coordinate all unit catering initiatives to drive sales growth and track results
- maintain and improve service level resulting in increased customer satisfaction
- ensure all HAACP standards are followed
- demonstrate resourcefulness and quick responsiveness to client and customer requests
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
- solid organizational skills
- excellent leadership/team building skills
- the ability to handle catering at all levels from students to executives
- professional demeanor is required
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
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Frequently asked questions
In this role, the Catering Manager 2 orchestrates all catering events across campus, ensuring seamless execution that aligns with student and staff expectations. By managing diverse event needs and fostering client relationships, they enhance the overall dining atmosphere in an academic setting.
Leadership in this context demands strong organizational skills, team motivation, and the ability to handle multiple catering levels—from student gatherings to executive functions. Adaptability and professional demeanor are vital to maintain service excellence in a dynamic campus setting.
Advancement often leads to senior catering management or director roles, focusing on broader operational oversight or strategic sales. Experience gained managing university catering events builds a strong foundation for leadership in larger-scale or corporate hospitality settings.
Sodexo’s role is distinctive due to its integration with campus dining services, emphasizing student well-being and sustainable practices. This position blends catering management with nutritional and environmental stewardship, offering a richer scope than typical catering jobs in the area.
Sodexo invests in career progression through tuition reimbursement and leadership development programs, tailored to empower Catering Manager 2 staff. This fosters skill enhancement and prepares employees for expanded roles within the company’s global catering and facilities management network.
Based on Marshall’s market and the managerial scope, Catering Manager 2 roles typically offer between $50,000 and $65,000 annually. Salaries vary with experience and education, reflecting competitive compensation for campus-focused catering leadership within Sodexo.
Minnesota campuses often require adherence to HACCP standards and food safety certifications like ServSafe. These credentials ensure compliance with state regulations and help maintain high-quality catering services in academic environments.
Marshall offers a relatively low traffic environment, making commutes mostly straightforward. However, candidates should evaluate distance from surrounding towns and potential weather impacts during Minnesota winters when planning daily travel.
Marshall’s catering management positions see moderate competition, with Sodexo’s campus dining roles attracting candidates interested in stable, community-oriented employment. Demonstrated leadership experience and familiarity with institutional catering boost candidacy in this local market.
This position requires building strong client rapport within the university community and tailoring catering solutions to diverse event types on campus. The focus extends beyond logistics to fostering partnerships that enhance customer satisfaction and drive sales growth.