CATERING DIRECTOR- Lamar University- Beaumont, TX

Chartwells Higher Education Dining Services; Beaumont (TX); On-site; USD 80,000 - 85,000; 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

Chartwells Higher Education is seeking a Catering Director for Lamar University in Beaumont, TX. The role leads catering solutions, collaborates with the Executive Chef on menus, and supports on-campus and off-campus service.

Responsibilities include overseeing events, developing menus and the marketing plan, hiring/training staff, and managing labor and food costs. Requires a Bachelor’s in Hospitality or Culinary Arts, 5+ years in hospitality, ServSafe, and VIP catering experience.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree required in Hospitality or Culinary Arts.
• Minimum 5 years in hospitality; 2 years in management (catering preferred).
• Experience booking, costing menu items, pricing contracts, and resourcing staff and equipment.
• Knowledge of food trends, quality, sanitation, cost controls, and presentation.
• Strong financial, budgeting, accounting, and computational skills.
• Proficient MS Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook).
• ServSafe Certified.
• VIP and high-volume catering experience required.

Responsibilities

• Coordinates and oversees internal and external catering events
• Develops and maintains the catering marketing plan including a comprehensive event planning service to clients and detailed menu development
• Hires, trains, and schedules catering staff, and will be actively involved in the development of existing catering staff in-service techniques, menu presentation, policies, and procedures
• Ensures successful operations of catering functions including labor cost control, foods cost control and preparation, transportation, setup, operation, and cleanup of all events

Skills

Budgeting

Menu Pricing

Staff Training

Event Planning

VIP Catering

Education

Bachelor's Degree in Hospitality or Culinary Arts

Tools

MS Office

Job description

Location: Lamar University- Beaumont, TX

Salary: $80,000-85,000

At over 300 college & universities around the country, Chartwells Higher Education is re-inventing the on-campus dining experience. We are challenging the norm and setting new standards by investing in high-tech, food-infused social spaces that bring people together to promote meaningful relationships and interactions. We are food-forward difference makers, bound together by a desire to feed hungry minds and prepare students for success.

We are seeking hungry, humble and smart associates who are looking to join and grow with a diverse organization. We invite you to start your career journey with us and look forward to hearing from you.

Job Summary

We are currently seeking a Catering Director for our premiere catering department at LAMAR UNIVERSITY of TEXAS in Beaumont, TX. The Catering Director will develop and drive catering solutions to meet our customer needs, while working closely with the Executive Chef on menu development. The catering team provides F&B for athletic events, VIP dining occasions, and Presidential events. Our services encompass a diverse spectrum, spanning from coffee drop off, continental breakfast, hot lunch buffets, and center plate white glove events, hosted both on-campus and off-campus.

Key Responsibilities

• Coordinates and oversees internal and external catering events
• Develops and maintains the catering marketing plan including a comprehensive event planning service to clients and detailed menu development
• Hires, trains, and schedules catering staff, and will be actively involved in the development of existing catering staff in-service techniques, menu presentation, policies, and procedures
• Ensures successful operations of catering functions including labor cost control, foods cost control and preparation, transportation, setup, operation, and cleanup of all events

Preferred Qualifications

• Bachelor's Degree is required in Hospitality or Culinary Arts
• Minimum of 5 years of experience in the hospitality industry including 2 years in management (preferably Catering Management) is required
• Booking, selecting and costing menu items, pricing contracts, and resourcing temporary help and equipment experience is key
• Knowledge of food and catering trends with a focus on quality, production, sanitation, food cost controls, and presentation.
• Financial, budgetary, accounting, and computational skills.
• Proficient computer skills and knowledge of MS Office products, including Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook, and the internet.
• ServSafe® Certified.
• The ability to supervise food preparation, service, and cleanup is also essential
• High Volume and VIP Catering experience is required.

Embark on a dynamic career journey with us, where innovation and creativity thrive, and your contributions make a tangible impact on campus life! Join our team and be part of shaping exceptional catering experiences at LAMAR UNIVERSITY!

Chartwells Higher Education 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.

Applications are accepted on an ongoing basis.

Chartwells Higher Ed maintains a drug-free workplace.

Associates at Chartwells Higher Ed 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

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, for paid time off benefits information.

https://www.compass-usa.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/08/2023_WageTransparency_ChartwellsHED.pdf

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