Director of Catering, Full-Time (Bryant University)

AVI Foodsystems, Inc; Providence (RI); On-site; USD 60,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading food service company is seeking a Director of Catering at Bryant University in Providence, RI. This role involves coordinating catering events, managing staff, and ensuring operational excellence. Ideal candidates will have significant management experience in catering, strong leadership skills, and a commitment to quality service.

Benefits

Immense training and growth opportunities

Family culture and atmosphere

Competitive compensation

Health, Dental, Vision, and Life Insurance

401(k) with generous company match

Paid vacations and holidays

Qualifications

• 5+ years of management experience in catering.
• Hands-on approach to training and developing the service team.
• Willingness to work a flexible schedule.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate and oversee internal and external catering events.
• Hire, train, and schedule catering staff.
• Ensure successful operations of catering functions.

Skills

Interpersonal skills

Decision making

Leadership

Supervision

Training

Operational knowledge of kitchen equipment

Proficiency in Microsoft Office

Education

ServSafe Certification

Job description

AVI Foodsystems is looking for an energetic and optimistic leader to fill the role of Director of Catering at Bryant University in Providence, RI.

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 oversee 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

• 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 and we offer the following:

• Immense training and growth opportunities
• 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

Text AVI to 51893 to join our talent network and apply!

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