Executive Catering Director for Premier Events

Restaurant Associates; New York (NY); On-site; USD 120,000 - 180,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

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

Job summary

Restaurant Associates in New York wants a Director of Catering to lead a premier catering and events program within a sophisticated corporate dining environment.

You will serve executive leadership, translate business needs into seamless experiences, and oversee all aspects of catering and events with a small, high-performing team. The role demands strong relationship management and a hospitality-first approach.

Qualifications

• Experience supporting or partnering with C-suite executives in hospitality or corporate dining.
• Proven track record in event planning and execution with multiple priorities.
• Strong written and verbal communication with executive stakeholders.
• Experience managing catering operations and hospitality services.
• Experience leading and developing teams.
• Degree in Hospitality Management, Culinary Arts, Business, or related field.

Responsibilities

• Serve as the primary point of contact for catering and events, building strong relationships with clients and executive stakeholders.
• Coordinate and oversee all internal and external catering events from concept through execution.
• Consult with clients to understand event objectives and create customized solutions that deliver exceptional experiences.
• Partner with culinary and operations teams to develop menus, event plans, and service strategies aligned with client expectations.
• Lead all event logistics, including planning, staffing, transportation, setup, service execution, and post-event evaluation.
• Manage catering budgets, contract pricing, food costs, and labor costs to support operational and financial goals.
• Develop and implement catering sales and marketing initiatives that promote program growth and client engagement.
• Hire, train, coach, and schedule catering staff while fostering a culture of hospitality, collaboration, and continuous improvement.
• Supervise a team providing guidance, support, and professional development.
• Ensure compliance with food safety, sanitation, and company operating standards.
• Continuously evaluate client feedback and event outcomes to enhance service delivery and strengthen partnerships.

Skills

C-suite hospitality

Event planning

Relationship management

Budgeting & cost control

Staff coaching

Communication

Education

Bachelor's degree in Hospitality Management, Culinary Arts, Business

Job description

Restaurant Associates in New York wants a Director of Catering to lead a premier catering and events program within a sophisticated corporate dining environment.

You will serve executive leadership, translate business needs into seamless experiences, and oversee all aspects of catering and events with a small, high-performing team. The role demands strong relationship management and a hospitality-first approach.