Bachelor's degree in Hospitality or Culinary Arts preferred; relevant experience a must
Proven hospitality experience in full-service hotels, fine dining event spaces, or restaurants, including at least 2 years in catering management
A track record of leading an engaged, focused catering team
Strong communication skills and a talent for building relationships with both team members and clients
Hands-on experience booking, selecting, and costing menu items, pricing contracts, and sourcing temporary help and equipment
Ability to supervise food preparation, service, and cleanup with an eye for quality
Responsibilities
Coordinate and oversee all on-site executive catering events from first inquiry to final cleanup
Build and maintain the catering marketing plan, including a full-service event planning experience and thoughtful menu development for clients
Hire, train, and schedule catering team members, investing in their growth through training and policies
Run successful catering operations, including labor and food cost control, food preparation, transportation, setup, service, and breakdown
Serve as the trusted point of contact, ensuring confidence and connection between your team and clients
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
Full Job Description
Position Title: DIRECTOR OF CATERING - NEW YORK, NY
Salary: $100000 - $115000 / yr
Other Forms of Compensation:
Job Summary
About the Role
Every great corporate catering event (be it a small meeting or a large reception) starts with catering leader who sweats the details so our guests never have to. As Director of Catering, you'll be the heart of all on site catering experiences at this esteemed account. You'll lead a passionate team, build lasting client relationships, and make sure every event we serve reflects the polish and warmth of true hospitality.
What You'll Do
Coordinate and oversee all on-site executive catering events from first inquiry to final cleanup
Build and maintain the catering marketing plan, including a full-service event planning experience and thoughtful menu development for clients
Hire, train, and schedule catering team members, and invest in their growth through in-service training, menu presentation, and policies and procedures
Run successful catering operations, including labor and food cost control, food preparation, transportation, setup, service, and breakdown
Be the trusted, articulate point of contact who keeps both your team and your clients confident and connected
What We're Looking For
Bachelor's degree in Hospitality or Culinary Arts preferred; relevant experience a must!
Proven hospitality experience in full-service hotels, fine dining event spaces, or restaurants, including at least 2 years in catering management
A track record of leading an engaged, focused catering team
Strong communication skills and a talent for building relationships with both team members and clients
Hands-on experience booking, selecting, and costing menu items, pricing contracts, and sourcing temporary help and equipment
The ability to supervise food preparation, service, and cleanup with an eye for quality
Apply to Eurest today!
Eurest is a member of Compass Group USA
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Associates at Eurest 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.
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