Executive Catering Coordinator

Rapport Guest Services; New York (NY); On-site; USD 70,000 - 80,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical

Dental

Vision

Life Insurance

Disability Insurance

Retirement Plan

Paid Time Off

Holiday Time Off

FSAs

Job summary

Rapport Guest Services in New York City is seeking an Executive Catering Coordinator for high-profile events within a C-suite environment. You will manage the full event lifecycle—from planning to post-event breakdown—ensuring flawless service and discretion.

Ideal candidates bring at least 2 years in food service with management exposure, catering experience, strong budgeting skills, and proficiency in MS Office and ServSafe certification.

Qualifications

• 2 years of food service experience including 1 year at the management level.
• Experience in restaurants, hotels, corporate dining, education, military, health care, and/or related food service operations.
• Catering experience is required.
• Some knowledge of food and catering trends with a focus on quality, production, sanitation, food cost controls, and presentation.
• Financial, budgetary, accounting and computational skills.
• Proficient computer skills and knowledge of MS Office products, including Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook, and internet.
• ServSafe Certification.

Responsibilities

• Coordinates and oversees upscale catering events from start to finish.
• Involved in catering events operations, including logistics, quality improvement, sanitation, and all facility-related activities.
• Ensures a polished, seamless, and highly personalized experience for C-suite executives, clients and distinguished guests.
• Trains catering associates in service techniques, menu presentation, and customer service.
• Oversees catering staff and service execution during events.
• Ensure meal periods of events are set up on time and to predetermined standards for all TIAA floors.
• Communicates on various levels to include management, client, customer and associate levels; maintains excellent client relationships.
• Assists in the responsibility for all foodservice-related activities.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

Skills

Catering experience

Food service management

Budget and financial skills

MS Office proficiency

ServSafe Certification

Tools

MS Office

Job description

Rapport

Position Title: Executive Catering Coordinator TIAA- NYC

Pay 11

Salary: $70,000-$80,000

Other Forms of Compensation:

Rapport is a specialized division of FLIK Hospitality Group focused on all aspects of guest and employee services, meeting and event planning and conference center management. Distinct from recruitment agencies, we do not engage in temporary contracts. Our commitment is to foster long-term career development, allowing ambassadors to enjoy the comprehensive benefits of working directly with us.

Rapport invests in all of its ambassadors, allowing them to attain their career aspirations. It starts with a warm welcome to our business, followed by an individual training and development program. You’ll be encouraged to become the very best you can be throughout your career here, and will be provided with the skills to step into your next big role.

Becoming a Rapport ambassador means becoming part of a global community, collaborating with diverse talents, sharing ideas, and experiencing a workplace culture that extends beyond local boundaries. Your journey with us is more than just a job: it’s a meaningful career.

Job Summary

Summary: The Executive Catering Coordinator at TIAA, plays a pivotal role in delivering exceptional culinary and hospitality experiences within a C-suite environment. This position is responsible for coordinating and overseeing high profile catering services and upscale events, ensuring every detail is executed with precision and highest level of service. This person will manage the full event lifecycle— from planning and post-event breakdown, while maintaining an elevated level of professionalism and attention to detail. The ideal candidate possesses a strong understanding of executive hospitality, anticipates client needs and thrives in a fast paced environment where excellence and discretion are paramount.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities:

• Coordinates and oversees upscale catering events from start to finish.


• Involved in catering events operations, including logistics, quality improvement, sanitation, and all facility-related activities.


• Ensures a polished, seamless, and highly personalized experience for C-suite executives, clients and distinguished guests.


• Trains catering associates in service techniques, menu presentation, and customer service.


• Oversees catering staff and service execution during events.


• Ensure meal periods of events are set up on time and to predetermined standards for all TIAA floors.


• Communicates on various levels to include management, client, customer and associate levels; maintains excellent client relationships.


• Assists in the responsibility for all foodservice-related activities.


• Performs other duties as assigned.

Qualifications:

• 2 years of food service experience including 1 year at the management level.


• Experience in restaurants, hotels, corporate dining, education, military, health care, and/or related food service operations.


• Catering experience is required.


• Some knowledge of food and catering trends with a focus on quality, production, sanitation, food cost controls, and presentation.


• Financial, budgetary, accounting and computational skills.


• Proficient computer skills and knowledge of MS Office products, including Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook, and internet.


• ServSafe Certification.

Rapport is a specialized division of FLIK Hospitality Group and a member of Compass Group USA

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.

Certain positions may require Florida Level 2 background screening. Details: https://info.flclearinghouse.com/

Applications are accepted on an ongoing basis.

Rapport maintains a drug‑free workplace.

Associates In Rapport 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.

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