Catering Operations Manager

Compass Group; Brantford; On-site; CAD 75,000 - 85,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a forward-thinking company as a Catering Operations Manager, where you'll oversee the coordination of catering services for prestigious events. This role emphasizes exceptional hospitality and requires strong organizational and communication skills. You'll work closely with clients to plan memorable events while leading a dynamic catering team. Enjoy a supportive work environment with a range of benefits, including medical and retirement plans. If you're passionate about creating memorable experiences and thrive in a fast-paced setting, this opportunity is perfect for you.

Benefits

Medical, Dental, Vision

Life and Disability Insurance

Retirement Plan

Paid Time Off and Holidays

Employee Shopping and Wellness Programs

Discount Marketplace

Commuter Benefits

Flexible Spending Accounts

Paid Parental and Personal Leave

Qualifications

• 3-5 years of experience in hospitality management.
• Strong leadership and organizational skills essential.

Responsibilities

• Manage day-to-day operations of catering services.
• Consult with clients to ensure successful event execution.
• Recruit, train, and motivate catering staff.

Skills

Leadership in hospitality

Organizational skills

Time management

Communication skills

Multitasking

Education

Hospitality Management Degree

Job description

Restaurant Associates

Position Title: Catering Operations Manager

Pay: 13

Salary: $75,000 - $85,000

Other Compensation: Benefits

Become part of Restaurant Associates, the industry's leading provider of dining and event catering for some of the nation's most prestigious museums, performing arts centers, and corporations! Voted Glassdoor's Employee Choice Awards - Best Places to Work. This is R/A!

Job Summary

As a Catering Operations Manager at MIT (77 Massachusetts Ave), you'll manage the successful day-to-day coordination of conference and catering services. This position is 80% administrative duties, and outstanding hospitality is a must-have. You'll work directly with clients planning on-premise events. Work schedule varies based on planned events, typically 5 days per week with hours between 7:30 am and 7:30 pm. The role requires excellent attention to detail, communication skills, and the ability to multitask across projects, ensuring accurate dissemination of information internally and externally.

Key Responsibilities:

• Consult clients on scope, expectations, setting, menu, entertainment to ensure successful events within budget
• Plan menus in collaboration with clients and chefs
• Delegate and ensure Event Manager executes events within established parameters
• Recruit, interview, select, and train staff
• Organize, lead, and motivate the catering team
• Plan staff and event schedules
• Maintain accurate financial and administrative records
• Coordinate between Sales Catering Managers, Chefs, Staff, Vendors, and Clients
• Assess contract requirements and ensure service satisfaction
• Review and assess catering events for quality standards
• Resolve customer concerns and ensure timely payments

Preferred Qualifications:

• Leadership experience managing people, events, and guest experiences in the hospitality industry
• Strong organizational, time management, and team motivation skills
• Ability to work independently with minimal supervision
• Effective verbal and written communication skills
• Adaptability to changing demands
• Credibility with senior culinary professionals
• 3-5 years of hospitality experience

Associates at Restaurant Associates are offered many benefits including:

• Medical, Dental, Vision
• Life and Disability Insurance
• Retirement Plan
• Paid Time Off and Holidays
• Employee Shopping and Wellness Programs
• Discount Marketplace, Identity Theft Protection, Pet Insurance
• Commuter Benefits, Employee Assistance, Flexible Spending Accounts
• Paid Parental and Personal Leave

Applications are accepted on an ongoing basis.

Restaurant Associates maintains a drug-free workplace.

Apply today! Restaurant Associates is part of Compass Group USA.

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Compass Group is an equal opportunity employer. We treat all applicants fairly regardless of race, gender, age, disability, veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity, or other protected classes.

Qualified candidates must be able to perform essential functions with or without reasonable accommodations. This job post is not exhaustive; responsibilities and requirements may change. We consider all qualified applicants, including those with criminal histories, in accordance with applicable laws.

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Req ID: 1403964

Restaurant Associates

Leah Curry