Catering Director

Restaurant Associates; New York (NY); On-site; USD 85,000 - 100,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical

Dental

Vision

Life Insurance/ AD

Disability Insurance

Retirement Plan

Paid Time Off

Holiday Time Off

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

Job summary

Restaurant Associates is seeking a Catering Director to lead executive dining operations for a corporate NYC account. You will deliver flawless catering services, manage a high-visibility team, and uphold premier hospitality standards.

This role requires discerning judgment, meticulous attention to detail, and the ability to coordinate with executives and administrative staff to ensure seamless events.

Qualifications

• 5+ years of experience in executive dining, luxury hospitality, or high-end catering.
• Strong service instincts and elevated hospitality standards.
• Calm, confident leadership style in high-visibility environments.
• Professional presence and exceptional attention to detail.
• Strong communicator, detailed organizer, and ability to solve problems under pressure.
• Work schedule is Monday–Friday, morning/afternoon and early evening hours; flexibility as needed for executive events.

Responsibilities

• Lead catering operations for executive meetings and events.
• Lead management team in execution of company and client standards.
• Track labor and purchasing costs, adhering to preset budget factors.
• Deliver polished service with discretion and professionalism.
• Anticipate client needs and ensure seamless execution.
• Train and lead staff to the highest hospitality and presentation standards.
• Partner closely with executive stakeholders and administrative teams.
• Oversee service wares, rentals, and vendor relationships.

Skills

Executive dining experience

Hospitality leadership

Attention to detail

Strong communication

Problem solving under pressure

Schedule flexibility

Job description

Salary: $85,000-$100,000/year

Restaurant Associates

Position Title: Catering Director

Other Forms of Compensation: Comprehensive Benefits Package

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

The Catering Director is responsible for delivering flawless, executive‑level catering and meeting services for a corporate dining account in NYC. This highly visible role requires exceptional judgement, attention to detail, and a refined hospitality IQ. The ideal candidate instinctively knows what “good looks like” and executes at that level—consistently and without direction.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead catering operations for executive meetings and events
• Lead management team in execution of company and client standards
• Track labor and purchasing costs, adhering to preset budget factors
• Deliver polished service with discretion and professionalism
• Anticipate client needs and ensure seamless execution
• Train and lead staff to the highest hospitality and presentation standards
• Partner closely with executive stakeholders and administrative teams
• Oversee service wares, rentals, and vendor relationships

Qualifications

• 5+ years of experience in executive dining, luxury hospitality, or high‑end catering
• Strong service instincts and elevated hospitality standards
• Calm, confident leadership style in high‑visibility environments
• Professional presence and exceptional attention to detail
• Strong communicator, detailed organizer, and ability to solve problems under pressure
• Work schedule is Monday–Friday, morning/afternoon and early evening hours; flexibility as needed for executive events

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/

Associates At Restaurant Associates Are Offered Many Fantastic 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

Applications are accepted on an ongoing basis.

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. For positions in Washington State, Maryland, or to be performed Remotely, copy/paste the link below for paid time off benefits information. https://www.compass-usa.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/08/2023_WageTransparency_RA.pdf