Compass

CATERING DIRECTOR

Compass$90K — $95K *
Hospitality & Recreation
5 - 7 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • Bachelor's degree in Hospitality or Culinary Arts required.
  • 5+ years of experience in the hospitality industry.
  • At least 2 years in a management role, preferably in Catering Management.
  • Experience with booking, selecting, and costing menu items.
  • Proficient in pricing contracts and resourcing temporary help.

Responsibilities

  • Coordinate and oversee catering events for internal and external clients.
  • Develop and maintain the catering marketing plan including event planning services.
  • Hire, train, and schedule catering staff while enhancing their service skills.
  • Ensure successful operations of catering functions including cost control and logistics.
  • Manage the setup, operation, and cleanup of all events.

Benefits

  • Medical insurance coverage.
  • Dental and vision insurance options.
  • Life insurance and AD&D coverage.
  • Disability insurance benefits.
  • Retirement plan options with employer contributions.
  • Paid time off and holiday time off.
  • Employee shopping and discount programs.
  • Health and wellness programs available.
  • Identity theft protection and pet insurance options.
  • Commuter benefits to assist with travel costs.
  • Flexible spending accounts (FSAs) for health expenses.
  • Paid parental and personal leave benefits.
Full Job Description
Salary: $90,000-$95,000/year

Job Summary

We're seeking an experienced Catering Director to lead catering and event operations from planning through execution. This role is ideal for a hospitality professional who enjoys building client relationships, leading teams, creating memorable events, and ensuring exceptional food and service. The Catering Director will oversee event coordination, menu development, staffing, budgeting, logistics, and day-of execution while maintaining high standards for quality, presentation, and guest satisfaction. A strong background in catering or hospitality management, along with experience in menu costing, contract pricing, staffing, and event operations, is essential.

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, foods 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 management (preferably Catering Management) is required
  • 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

Apply to Flik today!

Flik is a member of Compass Group USA

Associates at Flik Hospitality 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. For positions in Washington State, Maryland, or to be performed Remotely, click here or copy/paste the link below for paid time off benefits information.

https://www.compass-usa.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/08/2023_WageTransparency_FlikHospitality.pdf

Req ID:

Flik Hospitality Group

Kristan McIntosh

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About Compass

Compass is a real estate technology company that provides an online platform for buying, selling, and renting real estate properties. The company was founded in 2012 by Ori Allon and Robert Reffkin and is headquartered in New York City. Compass has raised over $1.5 billion in funding and has expanded to over 350 offices in the United States, Canada, and Europe. The company's platform uses artificial intelligence and machine learning to help real estate agents better serve their clients and streamline the buying and selling process. Compass has been recognized as one of the fastest-growing real estate companies in the world and has received numerous awards for its innovative technology and exceptional customer service.
Learn more about Compass
Size
19,000 employees
Market Cap
$910.4 million
Industry
Founded
1941
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