EXECUTIVE CATERING MANAGER - NEWBURY PARK, CA

Eurest USA; Thousand Oaks (CA); On-site; USD 70,000 - 85,000; 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

Eurest in Thousand Oaks, CA is seeking an Executive Catering Manager to lead the catering events, sales, and operations of daily programs. You will supervise service staff, coordinate delivery, setup, and invoicing, and ensure top-tier client service for corporate events.

Ideal candidates bring 2+ years in hospitality management, experience with large-volume events, and proficiency with ordering systems, email communication, and office software.

Qualifications

• 2+ years similar work experience
• Interact with diverse, high-volume customer base in a friendly and efficient manner
• Operate Web-based ordering system and manage changes to orders, menus, and client profiles
• Proficient with word processing and spreadsheets
• Write professional and efficient client emails
• Meet company uniform standards for this position
• Use Personal Protective Equipment per company guidelines
• Ability to work with minimal supervision and solve problems independently
• Leads 5–10 hourly staff including delivery and culinary personnel

Responsibilities

• Daily Operations
• Supervision and Staff Development
• Culinary Programs
• Customer Service
• Financial Management and Analysis
• Special Events
• Marketing and Sales

Skills

Hospitality industry knowledge

Staff supervision

Customer service

Communication skills

Problem solving

Email communication

Education

AS or equivalent experience

Tools

Web-based ordering system

Word processing

Spreadsheets

Job description

Eurest

Position Title: EXECUTIVE CATERING MANAGER - NEWBURY PARK, CA

Salary: 70000 - 85000

As the leader in business and industry dining, Eurest is the company to join if you want a rewarding career packed with limitless opportunities. We feed the employees of the nation's largest and most-prestigious companies -- in every state and across all industries. As a member of Eurest's leadership and professional support team, you will help our 16,000 chefs, and in-unit associates excel as they deliver world‑class meals in corporate cafes and executive dining rooms with on‑site catering through vending innovations and more.

Our company is innovative, high performing and fast growing. Our teammates are enthusiastic, committed to quality and thrive on consistently delivering unparalleled results. And did we mention we work with exciting companies and at interesting locations? Come grow your career with Eurest.

Job Summary

The Catering Manager (sales and operations) is responsible for the successful execution of all catering events. This position supervises the sales and event order communications, scheduling and training of service staff, planning, delivery, set up, clean up, and proper invoicing for all daily events.

Key Responsibilities

• Daily Operations
• Supervision and Staff Development
• Culinary Programs
• Customer Service
• Financial Management and Analysis
• Special Events
• Marketing and Sales

Preferred Qualifications

• A.S. or equivalent experience
• General Hospitality knowledge and interest in sustainability and sustainable food practices
• At least two years similar work experience
• Ability to interact with diverse and high-volume customer base in a friendly and efficient manner.
• Ability to operate Web based ordering system, process customer requests, changes to orders, menu updates and client profiles.
• Proficient with word processing and spread sheet applications.
• Ability to write professional and efficient emails to clients and customers.
• Possess the ability to meet Company specific uniform standards for this position.
• Utilize all Personal Protective Equipment’s per Company guidelines.
• Ability to work at times with minimal supervision, and accomplish tasks without direct instruction, and problem solve for the best solutions.
• This position supervises numerous (5-10) hourly employees, including delivery personnel and culinary personnel.

Associates At Eurest 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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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, and 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.

Eurest maintains a drug-free workplace.

Applications are accepted on an ongoing basis.