DIRECTOR OF CATERING

Compass Group; New York (NY); On-site; USD 80,000 - 95,000; Full time

Job summary

An innovative company is seeking a detail-oriented Director of Catering to lead corporate catering operations. This role offers the opportunity to build client relationships and manage a passionate team while ensuring high-quality catering services. As part of a rapidly growing organization, you will coordinate executive catering events, develop marketing plans, and oversee staff training. Join a team committed to delivering exceptional results and grow your career in a dynamic environment that values quality and creativity. If you have a passion for hospitality and catering, this is the perfect opportunity for you.

Benefits

Medical, Dental, Vision

Life Insurance

Disability Insurance

Retirement Plan

Paid Time Off

Holidays

Discount Programs

Identity Theft Protection

Pet Insurance

Commuter Benefits

Qualifications

• Extensive experience in catering management and event coordination.
• Strong leadership skills with a focus on team development.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate and oversee all on-site executive catering events.
• Develop and maintain catering marketing plans and menu development.
• Hire, train, and schedule catering staff for successful operations.

Skills

Catering Management

Client Relationship Management

Menu Development

Staff Training

Event Coordination

Education

Bachelor's Degree in Hospitality

Bachelor's Degree in Culinary Arts

Job description

Eurest

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Salary: $80,000 - $95,000

As the leader in business and industry dining, Eurest offers a rewarding career with limitless opportunities. We serve employees of the nation's largest and most prestigious companies across all industries and states. Join our leadership and support team to help our 16,000 chefs and associates excel in delivering world-class meals in corporate cafes, executive dining rooms, and through innovative vending solutions.

Our company is innovative, high-performing, and rapidly growing. Our team members are enthusiastic, committed to quality, and dedicated to delivering exceptional results. We work with exciting companies at interesting locations. Grow your career with Eurest.

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Job Summary

We are seeking a polished, diligent, and detail-oriented Director of Catering to oversee our corporate catering operations. This role involves leading a passionate team, building client relationships, and ensuring high-quality catering services. If you have extensive experience in delivering high-quality catered events, we look forward to your application.

Key Responsibilities:

1. Coordinate and oversee all on-site executive catering events.
2. Develop and maintain catering marketing plans, including event planning services and menu development.
3. Hire, train, and schedule catering staff; develop existing staff in service techniques, menu presentation, policies, and procedures.
4. Ensure successful catering operations, including labor and food cost control, transportation, setup, operation, and cleanup.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Bachelor's Degree in Hospitality or Culinary Arts (preferred).
• Proven hospitality industry experience, including 2+ years in catering management.
• Successful leadership of a catering team; strong communication skills and client relationship management.
• Experience in menu costing, pricing contracts, and resourcing staff and equipment.
• Supervision of food preparation, service, and cleanup.

Apply to Eurest today!

Eurest is part of Compass Group USA. Learn more about the Compass story.

We are an equal opportunity employer committed to fair treatment regardless of race, national origin, sex, age, disability, veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity, or other protected classifications.

Qualified candidates must be able to perform essential functions satisfactorily with or without accommodations. This job post is not exhaustive; responsibilities and requirements may change based on business needs. We consider applicants with criminal histories, consistent with applicable laws.

Eurest maintains a drug-free workplace. Applications are accepted continuously.

Benefits include:

• Medical, Dental, Vision
• Life Insurance, Disability Insurance
• Retirement Plan
• Paid Time Off, Holidays
• Shopping, Wellness, and Discount Programs
• Identity Theft Protection, Pet Insurance
• Commuter Benefits, Employee Assistance, FSAs
• Paid Parental and Personal Leave