Catering Director- Jane St (NYC)

Restaurant Associates

Position Title: Catering Director- NYC

Salary: $90,000 - $100,000/ Year

Other Forms of Compensation: Comprehensive Benefits Package

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:

As the Catering Director , you’ll lead the catering and events program for a premier, high-profile financial trading firm in NYC, delivering an exceptional hospitality experience tailored to a sophisticated client environment.

In this highly visible leadership role, you’ll set the standard for service excellence, flawless execution, and elevated guest experiences across high-volume catering and special events. You’ll cultivate a culture of accountability, engagement, and genuine hospitality while anticipating client needs, exceeding expectations, and ensuring every detail reflects the caliber of a world-class dining and events program .

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, food 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 Catering management is required

• Experience developing and managing SOPs, overseeing day-to-day operations, and handling financials

• Booking, selecting, and costing menu items, pricing contracts, and resourcing temporary help and equipment experience is key

• The ability to supervise food preparation, service, and cleanup is also essential

Apply to Restaurant Associates today!

Restaurant Associates is a member of Compass Group USA

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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.

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

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.

Restaurant Associates maintains a drug-free workplace.

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 (https://www.compass-usa.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/08/2023\_WageTransparency\_RA.pdf) or copy/paste the link below for paid time off benefits information.

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Req ID: 1570818

Restaurant Associates

NANCY M TEIXEIRA

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