Director of Catering

Lancer Hospitality; West Virginia; On-site; USD 90,000 - 104,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company in the education segment is seeking a Director of Catering in Morgantown, West Virginia. The role involves providing leadership in catering sales, event planning, and client relationships to ensure business success. Ideal candidates will have extensive experience in the hospitality sector, strong leadership skills, and a passion for quality service.

Benefits

Medical (FT Employees)

Vision

401k

Paid Time Off

Tuition Reimbursement (FT Employees)

Qualifications

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

Responsibilities

• Provide strategic leadership to the unit sales team.
• Build and maintain positive relationships with clients and employees.
• Ensure accountability in all business dealings.

Skills

Leadership

Analytical Skills

Communication

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Hospitality Management

Business or related field

Job description

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Job Reference Number: 30572
Employment Type: Full-Time , Onsite
Segment: Education
Brand: Aladdin-Campus-Dining
State: West Virginia (US-WV)

The Role at a glance:

We are looking to add a skilled, experienced Director of Catering to our Education team in Morgantown. 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.
  

What we're looking for:

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:

Compensation Range

Starting at $90,000 depending upon experience

• Medical (FT Employees)
• 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 Aladdin:

As our higher education segment, Aladdin serves colleges and universities across the United States. From dining halls to sporting events, we recognize how important food is to the college experience, and strive to ensure that students receive delicious, healthy food to fuel them through education and life.

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.