Dir, Catering

Elior; Bowie (MD); On-site; USD 76,500 - 93,500; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical (FT Employees)

Dental

Vision

Commuter Benefits

401k

Paid Time Off

Tuition Reimbursement

Job summary

Elior is seeking a skilled Director of Catering in Bowie, MD to lead our higher education team. You will provide strategic leadership, build unit sales teams, and ensure high standards of service and satisfaction. Candidates should have at least seven years of experience in catering sales management and strong leadership skills.

This role offers a compensation range of up to $85,000 and comprehensive benefits including medical, dental, vision, and tuition reimbursement. Join Elior in transforming campus dining experiences.

Qualifications

• At least seven years' experience in event or catering sales management.
• Excellent leadership and analytical skills.
• Strong communication skills, both verbal and written.

Responsibilities

• Provide strategic leadership to the unit sales team to ensure success of revenue goals.
• Build unit level sales teams by recruiting, selecting, training, and coaching.
• Develop business performance against company sales standards and metrics.
• Build and maintain positive relationships with clients and employees.
• Ensure the highest level of integrity and accountability in all business dealings.

Skills

Leadership

Analytical skills

Communication skills

Education

Bachelor's degree in Hospitality Management, Business, or related field

Job description

Job Reference Number: 39833

Employment Type: Full-Time, Onsite

Segment: Education

Brand: Elior-Collegiate-Dining

Location: Bowie, Maryland (US-MD)

Overview

We are looking to add a skilled, experienced Director of Catering to our higher education team in Bowie, MD. As a Director of Catering, you will have the opportunity to provide leadership to and direct the development of an assigned business unit.

What you'll be doing

• Providing strategic leadership to the unit sales team to ensure the success of revenue goals, including guiding and supporting unit sales, event planning and execution, and by personally representing the company.
• Building unit level sales teams by recruiting, selecting, training, assigning, scheduling, coaching, and providing counseling to business unit sales team members to ensure both individual and team success and growth.
• Developing business performance against company sales standards and metrics, including budgeted sales goals, event profitability, guest satisfaction, employee engagement, and safety and sanitation.
• Building and maintaining positive relationships with clients and employees.
• Ensuring the highest level of integrity and accountability in all business dealings.

Qualifications

Must-haves:

• At least seven years’ experience in event or catering sales management.
• Excellent leadership and analytical skills.
• Strong communication skills, both verbal and written.

Nice-to-haves:

• Experience in a high-volume, upscale catering, restaurant, hotel, or resort environment.
• Bachelor’s degree in Hospitality Management, Business, or a related field.

Where you'll be working

Bowie State University

Compensation

Compensation Range: up to $85,000

Our Benefits

• Medical (FT Employees)
• Dental
• Vision
• Voluntary UNUM offering for Accident, Critical Illness and Hospital Indemnity
• Discount Program
• Commuter Benefits (Parking and Transit)
• EAP
• 401k
• Sick Time
• Holiday Pay (9 paid holidays)
• Tuition Reimbursement (FT Employees)
• Paid Time Off

About Elior Collegiate

Elior Collegiate Dining is rewriting the rules of campus dining, serving up bold flavors, fresh ideas, and high-impact experiences that fuel student life. We partner with forward-thinking colleges and universities to create vibrant, customized dining programs that spark connection, celebrate culture, and make food a defining part of the college journey.

About Elior North America

Elior North America is an equal opportunity employer. Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability or protected veteran status. We are committed to diversity and encourage applications from people of all backgrounds and abilities. We take pride in supporting the development of our employees and their skills at all levels and in fostering an environment of growth.

At Elior North America, we are committed to offering growth and advancement opportunities for all of our employees. The valuable skills and experience you’ve gained with Elior will propel you further in your career, whether with our corporate office or one of our brand segments.

Disclaimer

This job description can be revised by management as needed.