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Unit Description Do you want to be part of a food program that is innovative and leveraging sustainable resources? Sodexo is seeking a Catering Manager for New Mexico State University located in Las Cruces, NM. NMSU is New Mexico’s land-grant institution and a comprehensive research university dedicated to teaching, research and service at all levels. Recognized as a top-tier university by U.S. News & World Report, NMSU is a welcoming community of talented faculty, staff and students who are working together to make a difference. 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 NMSU at nmsu.edu 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 experienceBasic 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.