Location: Lamar University- Beaumont, TX

Salary: $80,000-85,000

Job Summary

We are currently seeking a Catering Director for our premiere catering department at LAMAR UNIVERSITY of TEXAS in Beaumont, TX. The Catering Director will develop and drive catering solutions to meet our customer needs, while working closely with the Executive Chef on menu development. The catering team provides F&B for athletic events, VIP dining occasions, and Presidential events. Our services encompass a diverse spectrum, spanning from coffee drop off, continental breakfast, hot lunch buffets, and center plate white glove events, hosted both on-campus and off-campus.

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
• Knowledge of food and catering trends with a focus on quality, production, sanitation, food cost controls, and presentation.
• Financial, budgetary, accounting, and computational skills.
• Proficient computer skills and knowledge of MS Office products, including Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook, and the internet.
• ServSafe® Certified.
• The ability to supervise food preparation, service, and cleanup is also essential
• High Volume and VIP Catering experience is required.

Embark on a dynamic career journey with us, where innovation and creativity thrive, and your contributions make a tangible impact on campus life! Join our team and be part of shaping exceptional catering experiences at LAMAR UNIVERSITY!

Apply to Chartwells Higher Education today!

Chartwells Higher Education is a member of Compass Group USA

Click here to Learn More about the Compass Story

Associates at Chartwells Higher Edare 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_ChartwellsHED.pdf

Certain positions may require Florida Level 2 background screening. Details: https://info.flclearinghouse.com/

Req ID:

Chartwells HE

SARA C ST CLAIR

((req_classification))