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Jonathan Small is a seasoned event professional with 21+ years of experience in event planning, management, and operations. He has held leadership roles at Sodexo, Roger Williams University, and various other institutions, overseeing events, operations, and staff. He holds a Bachelor's degree in Restaurant/Food Services Management from Johnson and Wales University.

Credentials

  • ServSafe
    National Restaurant Association
    Feb, 2015
    - May, 2026

Experience

    • France
    • Facilities Services
    • 700 & Above Employee
    • General Manager
      • Oct 2015 - Present

      General Manager for Sodexo at CCSU, a state university with 13,000 full and part-time students (11,000 commuters and 2400 resident students) servicing two all-you-can-eat dining halls, a food court called the Devil's Den, Jazzman's Coffee Shop and high end catering. Managed volume in excess of $9Mil with a P&L contract. Oversee 11 managers, 10 supervisors and 80 union employees.

    • Director of Operations
      • Jan 2014 - Oct 2015

      As Director of Operations based out of the University of New Haven I held the positions of Interim General Manager for the following accounts:The University of New Haven, West Haven, CTThe University of Bridgeport, Bridgeport, CTMitchell College, New London, CTFairfield University, Operations ManagerAs interim General Manager, I spent a semester at each account taking on the leadership role until a permanent position was identified. I provided on-site management and supervisory support, maintained customer and client communication and maintained financial responsibility for each unit. I provided support and training for new and existing management teams.

    • Director of Special Events
      • Aug 2006 - Dec 2013

      Design, plan and execute all VIP events on campus utilizing both on-campus departments and independant resources. . Responsible for the University's card access system called the Unicard, responsible for all bookings for summer weddings at the University's new wedding venue called teh Global Heritage Hall.

    • Food Service Director
      • 1985 - 2006

      Held positions for Sodexho, via Marriott at Trinity College, University of Bridgeport, Wesleyan University, Keene State College, University of South Florida, Trinity Pawling School

Education

  • 1981 - 1985
    Johnson and Wales University
    Bachelor's degree, Restaurant/Food Services Management
  • 1974 - 1978
    New Britain High School

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