Director of Catering & Special Events

Job Description

Job Description

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Full-time

Houston, TX

• Catering

Description

Director of Catering & Special Events

Established in 1908, Houston Country Club is a widely recognized Platinum Club of America that is

home to over 1250 Houston families who annually host over 1,100 events at the Club. HCC has

recently completed an extensive renovation and expansion that provides its membership with an

experience unrivaled in the Texas market. HCC is currently looking to onboard a new Director of

Catering & Special Events to lead our current team as the Club plans and organizes for continued

success. This position will be pivotal in promoting the Club for member activities and social events as

well as developing new areas of member utilization. Our ideal candidate is a professional with

impeccable communication skills, engaging & authentic personality, a strong passion for serving

others and an individual who truly enjoys being part of an outstanding team.

The Director of Catering & Special Events (DOC) leads and directs the activities of the Catering

Department. DOC is responsible for oversight of the Catering and Special Events operation including

planning and developing events with members and guests, member event promotion, menu

development, budget maintenance, and vendor relations. DOC utilizes available and appropriate

mediums of communication and resources to maintain and promote new business. Maintains

Catering software and program information. Keeps abreast of current trends within the industry,

maintains involvement in professional organizations and recommends appropriate actions that

benefit the long-term well-being of the department as well as HCC. As part of a select team, you will

work closely with the Food & Beverage Department, Finance Department, Executive Chef, Clubhouse

Manager.

Primary Responsibilities :

Requirements : Requirements

Candidate Qualifications :

Houston Country Club offers an excellent benefits package.

After 60 days, full time employees are eligible for :

Choice of three medical plans, including prescription coverage

Choice of two dental plans

Vision insurance

Employer-paid life and long-term disability insurance

Voluntary life insurance for spouses and dependents

Employer paid Employee Assistance Program (EAP)

Paid Time Off accrues every pay period and may be used after 6 months of employment.

Once eligibility criteria are met, our 401(k) plan allows employees to choose between pre- and post-tax contributions, and we match dollar for dollar up to 4% with immediate vesting.

The Houston Country Club Scholarship Fund was established to assist our employees, their children, and their grandchildren pursue their higher education goals. Recipients may receive up to $10,000 per year to be used for tuition, books, and fees.