Compass

Catering Manager

Compass$80K — $85K *
Hospitality & Recreation
Less than 5 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • 5-7 years of experience in hospitality or foodservice, particularly in catering operations or event coordination.
  • Leadership experience, demonstrating ability to guide teams toward common objectives.
  • Knowledge of foodservice standards, including sanitation and cost awareness.
  • Proficient in MS Office and other operational systems related to catering.
  • Strong communication skills for effective interaction with diverse teams and clients.
  • Organized with a collaborative approach to managing multiple priorities.
  • Problem-solving skills, especially in high-pressure event situations.
  • ServSafe Certification preferred or willingness to obtain it.
  • Experience working in union environments, showcasing adaptability in various settings.
  • Multilingual abilities are a plus to cater to an international audience.

Responsibilities

  • Coordinate and execute catering events across a multi-building corporate environment.
  • Oversee day-to-day logistics for events, ensuring high service standards.
  • Collaborate with culinary teams on menu planning and presentation.
  • Guide catering staff to ensure excellence and consistency in service delivery.
  • Direct temporary and on-call staff for smooth event operations.
  • Monitor and manage event-level labor and food costs for budget adherence.
  • Communicate effectively with clients and teams to ensure quality service delivery.
  • Contribute to overall foodservice operations and perform additional tasks as needed.

Benefits

  • Medical, Dental, and Vision insurance
  • Life and Disability Insurance
  • Retirement Plan options
  • Generous Paid Time Off and holiday arrangements
  • Employee Assistance Program and Health & Wellness Programs
  • Flexible Spending Accounts (FSAs)
  • Discount Marketplace and Commuter Benefits
  • Paid Parental and Personal Leave
  • Identity Theft Protection
  • Pet Insurance options
  • Associate Shopping Program
Full Job Description
Position Title: Catering Manager

Salary: $80,000 - $85,000

Job Summary

Restaurant Associates is looking for an organized and service-focused Catering Manager to support hospitality operations across the prestigious World Bank campus in Washington, D.C. This position plays an important role within a fast-paced, multicultural environment where you'll help deliver exceptional hospitality experiences for an international client community.

This role offers variety, from daily service needs to executive meetings and larger-scale catered events. Your past experience in union environments and any additional language skills will be helpful as you interact with a diverse global audience. You'll have opportunities to collaborate, be creative, and grow within a highly visible setting.

Key Responsibilities
  • Support the coordination and execution of catering events across a multi-building, high-end corporate setting.
  • Oversee day-to-day event logistics, ensuring setups, service, and breakdowns reflect RA standards and client expectations.
  • Partner with culinary leadership on menu planning and presentation details.
  • Coach and guide catering associates, focusing on service excellence and consistency.
  • Provide direction to temporary and on-call staff to maintain smooth event operations.
  • Monitor event-level labor and food costs and support cost-management efforts.
  • Foster strong communication with clients and cross-functional teams to support high-quality service delivery.
  • Contribute to overall foodservice operations and support additional tasks as assigned.

What We're Looking For

  • Experience in hospitality or foodservice, ideally with exposure to catering operations or event coordination.
  • Leadership or supervisory experience-formally or informally guiding teams toward shared goals.
  • Understanding of foodservice standards including presentation, sanitation, production flow, and cost awareness.
  • Comfortable navigating digital tools such as MS Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook) and other operational systems.
  • Strong communication skills, with the ability to work effectively with clients, colleagues, and cross-functional partners.
  • A collaborative approach and an ability to stay organized while managing multiple priorities.
  • Problem-solving skills with a calm, solutions-focused mindset during busy event periods.
  • ServSafe Certification (or willingness to obtain).
  • Catering experience in high-touch, high-volume, or corporate environments.
  • Experience working within union environments.
  • Multilingual skills to support an international client community.
  • An interest in hospitality trends, menu presentation, and enhancing guest experience.

Apply to Restaurant Associates today!

Restaurant Associates is a member of Compass Group USA

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Associates at Restaurant Associates 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

Applications are accepted on an ongoing basis.

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_RA.pdf

Req ID: 1520218

Restaurant Associates

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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.
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