Role Overview
Sodexo is seeking a Conference Services Manager to join our team at a client site in New York, NY. This role oversees the planning and execution of meetings and events, working closely with clients and internal teams to ensure exceptional service. The ideal candidate is organized, detail-oriented, and experienced in event planning and management systems. A background in hospitality and large-scale event production is preferred. This position plays a key role in delivering a seamless and elevated meeting experience while fostering a culture of service and innovation.
SodexoMagic
SodexoMagic is the joint venture partnership between NBA Hall of Famer, Earvin “Magic” Johnson, and Sodexo. As a certified minority company, we deliver food, facilities management and integrated services to corporations, healthcare facilities, K-12 schools, colleges and universities and aviation lounges. This strategic alliance between Magic Johnson Enterprises and Sodexo, Inc., enables us to deliver creative solutions to our clients along with our local partners throughout the communities we serve.
What You'll Do
- Ensure all meeting rooms are clean, fully operational, and ready for scheduled meetings.
- Assist guests with connecting to and using conference room technology.
- Coordinate room reservations and confirm that scheduled guests and meetings are expected for the upcoming week.
- Oversee catering orders throughout the building and assigned floors, ensuring timely delivery and proactively managing any delays or issues.
- Respond to emails promptly to address immediate requests and provide exceptional customer service.
- Manage the events calendar to prevent double bookings, ensure accurate scheduling, and maintain compliance with space usage guidelines.
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
- An Associates Degree or two years equivalent experience
- A positive, can-do attitude, and possess excellent organizational skills and attention to detail for efficient, personalized client service.
- Identify trends and areas for improvement, offering recommendations to management.
- Synthesize and present data to assist management in understanding activity volume and optimizing event organization.
- Exhibit professional verbal and written communication skills for client interactions.
- Manage time effectively and be proficient in Microsoft Office, Outlook, PowerPoint, and Excel.
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 - Associate's Degree or equivalent experienceMinimum Management Experience - 2 years Minimum Functional Experience – 1 year