Premium Catering Manager, Events & Guest Experience

Compass Group USA; Kansas City (MO); On-site; USD 65,000 - 95,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical

Vision

Life Insurance/ AD

Disability Insurance

Retirement Plan

Flexible Time Off Plan

Holiday Time Off

Personal Leave

Associate Shopping Program

Health and Wellness Programs

Discount Marketplace

Identity Theft Protection

Pet Insurance

Employee Assistance Program

Flexible Spending Accounts (FSAs)

Job summary

Levy in Kansas City is seeking a dynamic Premium Manager to lead in-house catering operations for premium and catering services across events and venues. You will oversee day-to-day activities and drive guest-focused service excellence.

You will coordinate with catering sales and culinary teams, manage equipment and inventory, develop location-specific wine knowledge, and ensure show quality standards while striving for profitability.

Qualifications

• 2+ years of experience in a food and beverage operational position.
• High level of computer literacy.
• Passion for hospitality, food, and retail.
• Excellent interpersonal and stakeholder management skills.

Responsibilities

• Ensures all premium and catering services exceed guest expectations.
• Builds and maintains strong relationships with clients, guests, subcontractors, not-for-profits and Levy team members.
• Develops location-specific food and wine knowledge.
• Initiates contact with clients to secure their food and beverage selections in advance of event date.
• Executes all menus, promotions and programs as outlined by the Director of Catering in accordance with Levy standards.

Job description

Levy in Kansas City is seeking a dynamic Premium Manager to lead in-house catering operations for premium and catering services across events and venues. You will oversee day-to-day activities and drive guest-focused service excellence.

You will coordinate with catering sales and culinary teams, manage equipment and inventory, develop location-specific wine knowledge, and ensure show quality standards while striving for profitability.