Director of Catering (Barton College)

AVI Foodsystems; Montclair (NC); On-site; USD 90,000 - 140,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health Insurance

Dental Insurance

Vision Insurance

Life Insurance

401(k) with company match

Paid vacations and holidays

Immense training and growth机会

Job summary

AVI Foodsystems in the United States is seeking a Director of Catering to lead high-volume events, manage staff, and ensure flawless execution from planning to post-event billing. This role demands strategic oversight, strong people leadership, and hands-on coaching of the catering team to deliver exceptional service.

The ideal candidate will bring proven management experience in catering, superior interpersonal skills, and a commitment to operational excellence across schedules, logistics, and

Qualifications

• Five or more years of management experience in the catering field.
• Exceptional interpersonal skills and decision‑making ability.
• Ability to lead, supervise, train and coordinate the catering team.
• Willingness and availability to work a flexible schedule.
• Hands-on approach to training and development of the service team.
• Operational knowledge of commercial kitchen equipment.
• Proficient with Microsoft Office applications and catering billing systems.
• ServSafe Certification preferred.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate and lead internal and external catering events
• Hire, train, and schedule catering staff
• Actively participate in the development of existing catering staff in service techniques, menu presentation, policies, and procedures
• Oversee ordering, receiving and billing functions
• Follow up on all catered events
• Ensure successful operations of catering functions including preparation, transportation, setup, and cleanup of all events
• Engage professionally with individuals at all levels
• Monitor care and operation of delivery vehicles

Skills

Interpersonal skills

Leadership

Staff training

Event operations

Tools

Microsoft Office

Catering billing systems

Job description

AVI Foodsystems is looking for an energetic and optimistic leader to fill the role of Director of Catering.

Founded in 1960, AVI Foodsystems has evolved into one of the most respected and trusted food service companies in the nation. Providing comprehensive food services with a focus on the highest quality and freshest ingredients, impeccable service and total value is the reputation we have earned and live up to everyday.

Duties & Responsibilities:

• Coordinate and lead internal and external catering events
• Hire, train, and schedule catering staff
• Actively participate in the development of existing catering staff in service techniques, menu presentation, policies, and procedures
• Oversee ordering, receiving and billing functions
• Follow up on all catered events
• Ensure successful operations of catering functions including preparation, transportation, setup, and cleanup of all events
• Engage professionally with individuals at all levels
• Monitor care and operation of delivery vehicles

Requirements:

• Five or more years of management experience in the catering field
• Exceptional interpersonal skills and decision-making ability
• Ability to lead, supervise, train and coordinate the catering team
• Willingness and availability to work a flexible schedule
• Hands-on approach to training and development of the service team
• Operational knowledge of commercial kitchen equipment
• Proficient with Microsoft Office applications and catering billing systems
• ServSafe Certification preferred

Benefits:

AVI is proud of its team members and appreciates the hard work, loyalty and committed service they provide every day, which is why we offer the following:

• A family culture and atmosphere
• Competitive compensation
• Health, dental, vision, and life insurance for full-time team members
• 401(k) with generous company match
• Paid vacations and holidays
• Immense training and growth opportunities

We conduct pre-employment drug testing. EOE