Catering Operations Leader

Compass Group USA; Chicago (IL); On-site; USD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical

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

Employee Assistance Program

Flexible Spending Accounts (FSAs)

Personal Leave

Job summary

Restaurant Associates in Chicago, IL is seeking a Catering Operations Manager to oversee catering events and daily dining services. The role emphasizes hospitality, presentation, food quality, and seamless event execution in a premium environment.

Extensive leadership of front- and back-of-house teams, collaboration with culinary leadership, and ensuring safety and sanitation standards are essential. This position is based in Chicago and requires strong communication and operational skills.

Qualifications

• A.S. or equivalent experience is required/preferred.
• Experience in hospitality management and catering is preferred.
• Ability to interact with a diverse high-volume client base and communicate effectively.

Responsibilities

• Lead and oversee front-of-house and back-of-house operations for daily dining services.
• Maintain hospitality, service, presentation, cleanliness, and food quality standards.
• Ensure compliance with health, safety, and sanitation standards.
• Drive operational excellence and continuous process improvement.
• Recruit, train, mentor, and develop a high-performing hospitality and culinary team.
• Collaborate with culinary leadership to deliver client-focused dining experiences.
• Oversee planning and execution of high-profile meetings, VIP events, and special programs.

Education

A.S. or equivalent experience

Tools

Microsoft Word

Microsoft Excel

Job description

Restaurant Associates in Chicago, IL is seeking a Catering Operations Manager to oversee catering events and daily dining services. The role emphasizes hospitality, presentation, food quality, and seamless event execution in a premium environment.

Extensive leadership of front- and back-of-house teams, collaboration with culinary leadership, and ensuring safety and sanitation standards are essential. This position is based in Chicago and requires strong communication and operational skills.