Catering Operations Lead

Compass Group USA; Houston (TX); On-site; USD 30,000 - 34,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Instapay

Associate Shopping Program

Health and Wellness Program

Discount Marketplace

Employee Assistance Program

Job summary

Compass Group USA (Levy) is seeking a Catering Operations Lead to manage events from BEO through completion in a fast-paced environment. You will coordinate event staff, prepare menus, and ensure service standards across multiple venues.

This hourly role requires strong organizational, leadership, and communication skills, with the ability to interpret BEOs and handle event logistics in a dynamic setting. Evening and weekend availability is essential.

Qualifications

• Catering, hospitality, or event operations experience preferred.
• Strong organizational, leadership, and communication skills.
• Ability to interpret BEOs and manage event logistics.
• Detail-oriented with experience handling event documentation.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office and event-related systems.
• Able to work independently in a fast-paced environment.
• Flexible availability, including nights and weekends.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate and execute catering events according to BEOs.
• Schedule and direct event staff.
• Prepare menus and event materials.
• Communicate event details and expectations to staff.
• Assist with event setup, service, and breakdown.
• Ensure service standards, documentation, and operational procedures are followed.
• Monitor event operations and adjust staffing as needed.
• Partner with the Catering Sales Manager and other departments to ensure successful events.

Skills

Catering/hospitality experience

Leadership

Organizational skills

Communication skills

Interpret BEOs

Detail-oriented

Independent work

Flexible availability

Event staff coordination

Tools

Microsoft Office

Event-related systems

Job description

Pay Range: $22.00to$25.00

Diversity of thought and inclusion for all is what drives our success - we invite you to start your journey with us today!

From the stadium to the head table, Levy leverages unbridled creativity, custom strategies, impeccable service, and true love for great food to create unforgettable experiences. Founded in Chicago 40 years ago as a Delicatessen, Levy now finds itself as a leading presence in the Food, Beverage, and Retail industry across 200 plus Entertainment, Sports, and Restaurant venues across the country.

The Catering Operations Lead oversees the execution of catering events from Banquet Event Order (BEO) through completion. This hourly role requires a flexible schedule, including evenings, weekends, and event days.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate and execute catering events according to BEOs.
• Schedule and direct event staff.
• Prepare menus and event materials.
• Communicate event details and expectations to staff.
• Assist with event setup, service, and breakdown.
• Ensure service standards, documentation, and operational procedures are followed.
• Monitor event operations and adjust staffing as needed.
• Partner with the Catering Sales Manager and other departments to ensure successful events.

Qualifications

• Catering, hospitality, or event operations experience preferred.
• Strong organizational, leadership, and communication skills.
• Ability to interpret BEOs and manage event logistics.
• Detail-oriented with experience handling event documentation.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office and event-related systems.
• Able to work independently in a fast-paced environment.
• Flexible availability, including nights and weekends.

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.

Associates of Levy are offered many fantastic benefits.

• Instapay (early access to your wages) and high interest savings both through the EVEN app
• Associate Shopping Program
• Health and Wellness Program
• Discount Marketplace
• Employee Assistance Program