Catering and Events Manager

Restaurant Associates Corp.; New York (NY); On-site; USD 80,000 - 95,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical

Dental

Vision

Paid Time Off

401(k) Retirement Plan

Job summary

Restaurant Associates, the premier hospitality partner to Morgan Stanley, is seeking a Catering and Events Manager to lead high-touch catering operations in Westchester, NY. This role supports elevated corporate dining, executive meetings, and client events in a fast-paced, luxury environment.

This role is responsible for planning and executing events while providing hands‑on support to ensure smooth operations and an exceptional attendee experience.

Qualifications

• 5+ years of hospitality experience, including event planning.
• Experience in high-volume, luxury or premium F&B environments.
• Proficiency with Excel/PowerPoint and basic knowledge of A/V equipment.

Responsibilities

• Plan and execute meetings and events from start to finish, ensuring flawless delivery.
• Lead day-to-day catering operations with a focus on service excellence and brand standards.
• Partner with the General Manager on catering menus, proposals, and client presentations.
• Manage and develop hourly and salaried catering associates (hiring, training, scheduling, coaching).
• Coordinate room setups, A/V needs, timelines, and special requests with planning teams.
• Drive menu development and catering marketing initiatives with culinary leadership.
• Manage budgets, forecasts, and performance metrics.

Tools

Excel

PowerPoint

A/V setup

Job description

Restaurant Associates

Catering and Events Manager

Salary: $80,000 - $95,000

Other Forms of Compensation: Comprehensive 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:

Restaurant Associates, the premier hospitality partner to Morgan Stanley, is seeking a Catering and Events Manager to lead high-touch catering operations in Westchester, NY. This role supports elevated corporate dining, executive meetings, and client events in a fast-paced, luxury environment.

This role is responsible for planning and executing events while providing hands‑on support to ensure smooth operations and an exceptional attendee experience.

What You’ll Do:

• Plan and execute meetings and events from start to finish, ensuring flawless delivery
• Lead day‑to‑day catering operations with a focus on service excellence and brand standards
• Partner with the General Manager on catering menus, proposals, and client presentations
• Manage and develop hourly and salaried catering associates (hiring, training, scheduling, coaching)
• Serve as the primary point of contact for clients, maintaining strong relationships and satisfaction
• Coordinate room setups, A/V needs, timelines, and special requests with planning teams
• Ensure timely communication of upcoming events to operations and management teams
• Oversee administrative processes and accurate system entry
• Drive menu development and catering marketing initiatives with culinary leadership
• Manage budgets, forecasts, and performance metrics
• Supervise food preparation, service execution, and event breakdown
• Maintain client databases and vendor relationships
• Ensure compliance with all food safety, sanitation, and HACCP standards

What We’re Looking For:

• 5+ years of hospitality experience, including experience in event planning
• Experience in high-volume, luxury, or premium food & beverage environments
• Strong knowledge of food trends, fine dining service, and event execution
• Proven ability to write catering menu proposals in partnership with chefs
• Excellent client relations, communication, and problem‑solving skills
• Proficiency with various computer programs, including Excel and PowerPoint
• Knowledge of A/V equipment for event setup and breakdown
• Strong leadership, organization, and attention to detail
• Ability to adapt quickly and remain calm under pressure
• ServSafe certification recommended

Restaurant Associates is a member of Compass Group USA

Compass Group is an equal opportunity employer. At Compass, we are committed to treating all Applicants and Associates fairly based on their abilities, achievements, and experience without regard to race, national origin, sex, age, disability, veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity, or any other classification protected by law.

Qualified candidates must be able to perform the essential functions of this position satisfactorily with or without a reasonable accommodation. Disclaimer: this job post is not necessarily an exhaustive list of all essential responsibilities, skills, tasks, or requirements associated with this position. While this is intended to be an accurate reflection of the position posted, the Company reserves the right to modify or change the essential functions of the job based on business necessity. We will consider for employment all qualified applicants, including those with a criminal history (including relevant driving history), in a manner consistent with all applicable federal, state, and local laws, including the City of Los Angeles’ Fair Chance Initiative for Hiring Ordinance, the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance, and the New York Fair Chance Act.

Certain positions may require Florida Level 2 background screening. Details: https://info.flclearinghouse.com/

Benefits:

• Medical
• Dental
• Vision
• Life Insurance/ AD
• Disability Insurance
• Retirement Plan
• Paid Time Off
• Holiday Time Off (varies by site/state)
• Associate Shopping Program
• Health and Wellness Programs
• Discount Marketplace
• Identity Theft Protection
• Pet Insurance
• Commuter Benefits
• Employee Assistance Program
• Flexible Spending Accounts (FSAs)
• Paid Parental Leave
• Personal Leave

Restaurant Associates maintains a drug-free workplace.

Associates may also be eligible for paid and/or unpaid time off benefits in accordance with applicable federal, state, and local laws.

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