Catering Sales and Operations Manager

Levy Restaurants; Austin (TX); On-site; USD 60,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Instapay

Associate Shopping Program

Health and Wellness Program

Discount Marketplace

Employee Assistance Program

Job summary

Levy Restaurants in Austin, TX is seeking a Catering Sales and Operations Manager to coordinate and oversee internal and external catering events at Q2 Stadium. You will lead menu development, costing, and marketing for the catering department, and implement labor and food cost controls for event preparation, transport, setup, operation and clean-up.

You will hire, train and develop managers, oversee budgeting and reporting, create proposals and banquet orders, and maintain vendor relationships.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree preferred or equivalent professional experience.
• 3+ years in catering sales or 2+ years in hospitality.
• Proven track record of meeting sales goals.
• Supervisory, scheduling, training and coaching skills.
• Strong knowledge of food trends and fine dining.

Responsibilities

• Hires, trains and develops managers, and is actively involved in the development of service techniques, menu presentation, policies and procedures.
• Creates operating statements, reports, and operational budgets, and reviews of the collection of receivables.
• Creates catering activities, books, plans & directed functions.
• Creates proposals, contracts and banquet event orders.
• Prepares and monitors budgets; financial targets and forecasts.
• Maintains local clients database and builds and maintains relationship with vendors.
• Ensures all safety and sanitation procedures are followed in compliance with HACCP.
• Performs related duties and special projects as assigned.
• Working some weekends, nights and possible holidays.

Skills

Sales leadership

Budgeting

Menu development

Event coordination

Training & coaching

Vendor relations

Excel

PowerPoint

HACCP compliance

Education

Bachelor’s degree or equivalent professional experience

Job description

Levy Sector

Position Title

Catering Sales and Operations Manager at Q2 Stadium

Job Summary

Working as the Catering Sales Manager you will effectively coordinate and oversee internal and external catering events. You will be responsible for menu development as well as costing and marketing functions as they relate to the catering department. You will implement labor cost control, foods cost control, preparation, transportation, setup, operation and clean-up of all events.

Key Responsibilities

• Hires, trains and develops managers, and is actively involved in the development of service techniques, menu presentation, policies and procedures
• Creates operating statements, reports, and operational budgets, and reviews of the collection of receivables
• Creates catering activities, books, plans & directed functions
• Creates proposals, contracts and banquet event orders
• Prepares and monitors budgets; financial targets and forecasts
• Maintains local clients database and builds and maintains relationship with vendors
• Ensures all safety and sanitation procedures are followed in compliance with HACCP
• Performs related duties and special projects as assigned
• Working some weekends, nights and possible holidays

Preferred Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree is preferred or equivalent professional experience
• Proven track record for meeting sales goals
• Strong knowledge of current food, industry trends and fine dining points of service
• A minimum of three years experience in catering sales or two years of experience in hospitality industry
• Supervisory, scheduling, training and coaching skills
• Ability to assess client requirements and deliver ensuring client satisfaction
• Must be able to write menu proposals in consultation with chefs
• The ability to supervise food preparation, service and clean-up is also essential
• Knowledge of A/V equipment with the ability to set up and break down for events.
• Superior quantitative, oral and written communications and problem-solving/strategizing skills
• Excellent leadership and organizational skills, flexible and adaptable to constant changes and must possess attention to detail
• Excellent overall computer skills with advanced knowledge of Excel and PowerPoint
• Proactive mindset and able to remain calm under pressure to anticipate and support changes in our business.
• Conformity to the highest standards of personal integrity and ethical behavior
• Exceptional client relations and customer service abilities

Levy 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.

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

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

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.

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

For more information on what we are about as a company, check us out by following the link below: http://www.levyrestaurants.com/who-we-are/