DIRECTOR OF CATERING

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

Benefits offered by this job

Medical

Dental

Vision

Life Insurance

Disability Insurance

Retirement Plan

Paid Time Off

Job summary

Eurest, part of Compass Group USA, seeks a Director of Catering for New York, NY. You will lead on-site catering experiences, build client relationships, and manage a skilled team to deliver polished hospitality at corporate events.

The role requires catering leadership experience, strong communication, and expertise in menu costing and contract pricing. A hospitality degree is preferred. This is an on-site leadership position at a major account.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Hospitality or Culinary Arts preferred; relevant experience a must.
• 2 years in catering management or higher.
• Proven track record leading a catering team.
• Strong communication and relationship-building with team and clients.
• Hands-on experience booking, costing menu items, pricing contracts, and sourcing temporary help and equipment.
• Ability to supervise food preparation, service, and cleanup with an eye for quality.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate and oversee all on-site executive catering events from first inquiry to final cleanup.
• Build and maintain the catering marketing plan, including menu development for clients.
• Hire, train, and schedule catering team members and invest in their growth through training and policies.
• Run catering operations with labor and food cost control, preparation, transportation, setup, service, and breakdown.
• Be the trusted point of contact keeping your team and clients confident and connected.

Skills

Hospitality leadership

Communication skills

Menu costing

Contract pricing

Team supervision

Catering management

Education

Bachelor's degree in Hospitality or Culinary Arts

Job description

Position Title:DIRECTOR OF CATERING - NEW YORK, NY

Salary:$100000 - $115000 / yr

Other Forms of Compensation:

As the leader in business and industry dining, Eurest is the company to join if you want a rewarding career packed with limitless opportunities. We feed the employees of the nation's largest and most-prestigious companies -- in every state and across all industries. As a member of Eurest's leadership and professional support team, you will help our 16,000 chefs, and in-unit associates excel as they deliver world-class meals in corporate cafes and executive dining rooms with on-site catering through vending innovations and more.

Our company is innovative, high performing and fast growing. Our teammates are enthusiastic, committed to quality and thrive on consistently delivering unparalleled results. And did we mention we work with exciting companies and at interesting locations?Come grow your career with Eurest.

Job Summary

About the Role

Every great corporate catering event (be it a small meeting or a large reception) starts with catering leader who sweats the details so our guests never have to. As Director of Catering, you’ll be the heart of all on site catering experiences at this esteemed account. You’ll lead a passionate team, build lasting client relationships, and make sure every event we serve reflects the polish and warmth of true hospitality.

What You’ll Do

• 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

What We’re Looking For

• 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
• A track record of leading an engaged, focused catering team
• Strong communication skills and a talent for building relationships with both team members and clients
• Hands-on experience booking, selecting, and costing menu items, pricing contracts, and sourcing temporary help and equipment
• The ability to supervise food preparation, service, and cleanup with an eye for quality

Eurest is a member of Compass Group USA

Associates at Eurest are offered many fantastic benefits.

• 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

Associates may also be eligible for paid and/or unpaid time off benefits in accordance with applicable federal, state, and local laws. For positions in Washington State, Maryland,or to be performed Remotely,

https://www.compass-usa.com/wp-content/uploads/2026/01/2026_Wage-Transparency_Eurest.pdf

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.

Qualified candidates must be able to perform the essential functions of this position satisfactorily with or without a reasonable accommodation. Disclaimer: this job post is not necessarily an exhaustive list of all essential responsibilities, skills, tasks, or requirements associated with this position. While this is intended to be an accurate reflection of the position posted, the Company reserves the right to modify or change the essential functions of the job based on business necessity. We will consider for employment all qualified applicants, including those with a criminal history (including relevant driving history), in a manner consistent with all applicable federal, state, and local laws, including the City of Los Angeles’ Fair Chance Initiative for Hiring Ordinance, the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance, and the New York Fair Chance Act.

Eurest maintains a drug-free workplace.

Applications are accepted on an ongoing basis.