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Compass Group USA

Catering Director- Jane St (NYC)

new york, NY

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Compass Group USA lists this Catering Director- Jane St (NYC) opportunity in new york, New York. Review the employer’s description below for duties, qualifications and application requirements.

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Other Forms of Compensation: Comprehensive Benefits Package

Become part of Restaurant Associates, the industry’s leading provider of dining and event catering for some of the nation's most prestigious museums, performing arts centers and corporations!Voted Glassdoor's Employee Choice Awards - Best Places to Work, This is R/A !

Job Summary:

As theCatering Director , you’ll lead the catering and events program for apremier, high-profile financial trading firm in NYC, delivering an exceptional hospitality experience tailored to a sophisticated client environment.

In this highly visible leadership role, you’ll set the standard forservice excellence, flawless execution, and elevated guest experiences across high-volume catering and special events. You’ll cultivate a culture of accountability, engagement, and genuine hospitality while anticipating client needs, exceeding expectations, and ensuring every detail reflects the caliber of aworld-class dining and events program .

Key Responsibilities:

Coordinates and oversees internal and external catering events

Develops and maintains the catering marketing plan, including a comprehensive event planning service to clients and detailed menu development

Hires, trains, and schedules catering staff, and will be actively involved in the development of existing catering staff in-service techniques, menu presentation, policies, and procedures

Ensures successful operations of catering functions including labor cost control, food cost control and preparation, transportation, setup, operation, and cleanup of all events

Preferred Qualifications:

Bachelor's Degree is required in Hospitality or Culinary Arts

Minimum of 5 years of experience in the hospitality industry, including 2 years in Catering management is required

Experience developing and managing SOPs, overseeing day-to-day operations, and handling financials

Booking, selecting, and costing menu items, pricing contracts, and resourcing temporary help and equipment experience is key

The ability to supervise food preparation, service, and cleanup is also essential

Restaurant Associates is 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.

Associates at Restaurant Associates are offered many fantastic benefits.

Medical

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

Employee Assistance Program

Flexible Spending Accounts (FSAs)

Personal Leave

Applications are accepted on an ongoing basis.

Restaurant Associates maintains a drug-free workplace.

Associates may also be eligible for paid and/or unpaid time off benefits in accordance with applicable federal, state, and local laws. For positions in Washington State, Maryland, or to be performed Remotely.

Job Segment: Event Planning, Food Service, Catering, Chef, Culinary, Hospitality

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Worksite address

new york, NY, 10261, US

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