Catering and Events Manager

Grow your career with a company that shares your passion!Sodexo has an exciting new opportunity to join Sodexo as our next  Catering and Events Manager  located in Calgary, AB . This role will require you to complete a Criminal Record background check and you must be available Monday - Friday with shifts between 8 am - 5 pm or 10 am - 7 pm.

Salary: $58,000.00 - $68,000.00

At Sodexo, we believe that every role contributes to a better day for those we serve. Our teams drive innovation, efficiency, and excellence across all areas of our business - from strategic planning and operations to people-focused support functions. Together, we create the foundation that empowers our frontline teams to deliver outstanding service and value to our clients, customers, and communities.

Our purpose is to create a better everyday for everyone to build a better life for all. As the global leader in services that improve the Quality of Life, we operate in 55 countries, serving over 100 million consumers each day through our unique combination of On-Site Food and FM Services, Benefits & Rewards Services and Personal & Home Services.

Job Description

We are seeking a dynamic, organized, and service-focused Catering and Events Manager to oversee the seamless execution of catering operations and events within a high-volume corporate hospitality environment. Serving 200 - 250 guests daily across multiple event spaces and dining outlets, you will supervise a talented team dedicated to delivering exceptional guest experiences for corporate functions, conferences, and special events.

Your role is central to ensuring operational excellence, guest satisfaction, and flawless event delivery. You will coordinate all aspects of catering and event logistics, from planning and setup to service and breakdown, while upholding the highest standards of hospitality and safety.

Key Responsibilities:

• Supervise daily catering and event operations, ensuring timely setup, service, and breakdown of all functions
• Coordinate with culinary, service, and facilities teams to deliver seamless events and dining experiences
• Oversee event logistics, including staffing, equipment, room layouts, and décor, ensuring all client specifications are met
• Act as primary point of contact for clients during events, addressing requests and resolving issues promptly and professionally
• Monitor service quality and guest satisfaction, making real-time adjustments as needed to exceed expectations
• Support menu planning and execution in collaboration with culinary leaders, ensuring dietary needs and event themes are accommodated
• Train, mentor, and schedule hospitality staff, fostering a culture of teamwork, accountability, and continuous improvement
• Ensure compliance with food safety, health, and safety regulations, as well as company policies and standards
• Maintain and oversee Talent Café spaces on multiple floors, ensuring cleanliness, organization, and a welcoming atmosphere for guests and staff
• Assist in the daily operations of the Barista, supporting breakfast and lunch service to ensure consistent quality and guest satisfaction
• Assist with inventory management, cost control, and sustainability initiatives

   

Qualifications

• Diploma or degree in Hospitality Management, Event Management, or a related field (or equivalent experience)
• You must complete a criminal record check 
• Minimum 3 years’ supervisory experience in hospitality, catering, or event management within a high-volume or multi-outlet environment
• Proven ability to coordinate complex events and manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced setting
• Strong client service orientation, with excellent communication and problem-solving skills
• Experience supervising, training, and motivating diverse teams
• Solid understanding of event logistics, banquet operations, and hospitality best practices
• Proficient with Microsoft Office; experience with event management or catering software is an asset
• Commitment to guest satisfaction, operational excellence, and a collaborative team environment
• Flexibility to work evenings, minimal weekends, and extended hours as required by event schedules

Additional Information

What Makes Sodexo Different: 

Working with Sodexo is more than a job; it’s a chance to be part of something greater because we believe our everyday actions have a big impact. You belong in a company that allows you to act with purpose and thrive in your own way. In addition, we offer: 

• Flexible work environment   
• Competitive compensation & great employee benefits  
• Training and development programs   
• Countless opportunities for growth   
• Corporate responsibility & sustainability   
• An award-winning employer for Sustainability, Diversity & Inclusion, Corporate Social Responsibility, and much more. View Sodexo’s latest awards  here  
• And so much more!      

Sodexo is committed to Employment Equity and Diversity. We do not discriminate against any employee or applicant for employment because of national origin, race, religion, ethnic group, age, disability, gender, sexual preference, sexual or gender identity, status as a veteran or any other federal, provincial or local protected class.   

We welcome and encourage applications from people with disabilities. Accommodation is available on request from candidates taking part in all aspects of the selection process.   

Sodexo is committed to providing a safe and healthy working environment for our team members, customers, clients, contractors, business partners, guests, and members of the public with whom we regularly interact. We require that all new hires in hospitals, long term care facilities, and senior homes to be fully vaccinated against COVID-19 and may require any other new hires to be fully vaccinated based on the location and scope of their employment. 

Thank you for your interest in Sodexo. 

Please note that only those candidates under consideration will be contacted.  

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