Director, Corporate Catering & Events

Eurest USA; New York (NY); On-site; USD 100,000 - 115,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

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

Job summary

Eurest in New York, NY is seeking a Director of Catering to lead on-site catering for a major account. You’ll manage a passionate team, cultivate client relationships, and ensure events reflect the polish and warmth of Eurest hospitality.

You’ll coordinate all on-site catering from inquiry to wrap, develop menus, train staff, and monitor labor and food costs while delivering outstanding service. A hospitality or culinary arts degree and 2+ years in catering management are preferred.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Hospitality or Culinary Arts preferred; relevant experience a must!
• Proven hospitality experience in full-service hotels, fine dining event spaces, or restaurants, including at least 2 years in catering management.
• Strong communication skills and a talent for building relationships with both team members and clients.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate and oversee all on-site executive catering events from first inquiry to final cleanup
• Build and maintain the catering marketing plan, including a full-service event planning experience and thoughtful menu development for clients
• Hire, train, and schedule catering team members, and invest in their growth through in-service training, menu presentation, and policies and procedures
• Run successful catering operations, including labor and food cost control, food preparation, transportation, setup, service, and breakdown
• Be the trusted, articulate point of contact who keeps both your team and your clients confident and connected

Skills

Catering management

Team leadership

Client relationships

Menu costing

Communication skills

Budgeting

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Hospitality or Culinary Arts

Job description

Eurest in New York, NY is seeking a Director of Catering to lead on-site catering for a major account. You’ll manage a passionate team, cultivate client relationships, and ensure events reflect the polish and warmth of Eurest hospitality.

You’ll coordinate all on-site catering from inquiry to wrap, develop menus, train staff, and monitor labor and food costs while delivering outstanding service. A hospitality or culinary arts degree and 2+ years in catering management are preferred.