Job Description Returning UsersLog Back InUnit Description From cafes to micro markets to catering and restaurants, your future is in your hands. * Relocation Assistance is Available* Sodexo has a great opportunity for an Catering Manager for Nicholls State University, founded in 1948, is a public university located in Thibodaux, Louisiana. Nicholls is part of the University of Louisiana System of universities. Nicholls State University is located 55 miles Southwest of New Orleans, Louisiana in Thibodaux, Louisiana. Nicholls State University has approximately 6,250 students and approximately 300 faculty and staff. Sodexo manages 6 cash operations, the student dining hall, concessions and catering on behalf of Nicholls State University. If you are ready to take the next step in your career, come join the Sodexo Team at Nicholls State University. The Executive Chef will be responsible for all culinary operations and the ideal candidate will be an energetic, polished Culinary Professional. Seeking candidates with a proven track record for developing, leading, and engaging culinary teams The successful candidate will: * 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; and/or * demonstrate resourcefulness and quick responsiveness to client and customer requests. Is this opportunity right for you? We are looking for candidates who have: * solid organizational skills; * excellent leadership/team building skills; * the ability to handle catering at all levels from students to executives; and/or * professional demeanor is required. Learn more about Nicholls State University by clicking here! 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. Not the job for you? At Sodexo, we offer Food Service Management and Catering positions in a variety of business segments, including Corporate, Schools, Campus, Government and Agencies, Healthcare, Senior Living and Sports and Leisure locations across the United States. Continue your search for Food Service Management jobs. Working for Sodexo: Sodexo fosters a culture committed to the growth of individuals through continuous learning, mentoring and career growth opportunities. At Sodexo, you will find the ingredients for a great career in food service management specializing in Catering. With benefits including schedules that encourage work-life balance and continuing education opportunities, you'll enjoy an improved quality of life that's unique in the hospitality industry. What We Offer Sodexo offers fair and equitable compensation, partially determined by a candidate's education level or years of relevant experience. While the budgeted range for the position is posted, Sodexo salary offers are based on a candidate's specific criteria, like experience, skills, education and training. Qualifications & Requirements Basic Education Requirement - Associate's Degree or equivalent experience Basic Management Experience - 2 years Basic Functional Experience - 1 year work experience in food or culinary services including restaurants, fast food, vending, catering services, institutional services, mall food courts, etc. Sodexo is an EEO/AA/Minority/Female/Disability/Veteran employer. Application Instructions Please click on the link below to apply for this position. A new window will open and direct you to apply at our corporate careers page. We look forward to hearing from you!