Director of Conference Catering

Job Description

Job Description

Position Title :  Director of Conference Catering

Pay 14

Reports To : Director of Catering Services

Salary :  $110,000 - $115,000

Other Forms of Compensation : Benefits

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

Working as a Director of Conference Catering, you will lead one of Manhattan’s most dynamic catering and delivery operations at a premier corporate campus. This position requires experience with multi-location programming with precise logistics, high touch hospitality, and seamless service execution.

The role demands a leader who can provide a white glove experience at every interaction while mastering operational details.

Key Responsibilities :

• Coordinates and oversees a variety of customized catering services for on floor catering events and on floor service operations
• Leads daily catering delivery operations and on-site catering functions — including labor management, food preparation, transport, setup, guest service, and post-event breakdown.
• Oversee staffing, scheduling, and real-time issue resolution during peak periods
• 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
• Develops and maintains detailed SOPs for service delivery, guest experience, and event execution
• Partners with the Event Planners on menu offerings based on client feedback and market trends
• Booking, selecting and costing menu items, pricing contracts, and resourcing temporary help and equipment experience is key
• Collaborate with culinary and service leaders to drive quality and consistency
• Represent the spirit of hospitality through precision, polish, and professionalism

Preferred Qualifications :

Associates at Restaurant Associates are offered many fantastic benefits.

Applications are accepted on an ongoing basis.

Restaurant Associates maintains a drug-free workplace.

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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 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 for paid time off benefits information.

Req ID :    1439489

Restaurant Associates

Leah Curry

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