CATERING MANAGER

Eurest

Position Title: CATERING MANAGER - CHARLOTTE, NC

Salary: $75000 - $85000

As the leader in business and industry dining, Eurest is the company to join if you want a rewarding career packed with limitless opportunities. We feed the employees of the nation's largest and most-prestigious companies -- in every state and across all industries. As a member of Eurest's leadership and professional support team, you will help our 16,000 chefs, and in-unit associates excel as they deliver world-class meals in corporate cafes and executive dining rooms with on-site catering through vending innovations and more.

Our company is innovative, high performing and fast growing. Our teammates are enthusiastic, committed to quality and thrive on consistently delivering unparalleled results. And did we mention we work with exciting companies and at interesting locations? Come grow your career with Eurest.

This position is eligible for an Employee Referral Bonus! If you know someone that is qualified for this role, please use the ‘job search’ in MyOpportunity to refer your referral and email them a link to apply. Your referral will be able to apply by clicking the link in the email then you can check the status under Careers in MyOpportunity by clicking on ‘referral tracking.’ For Employee Referral guidelines, FAQs and the Compass Employee Referral Policy, email [email protected] . Click here (https://www.altogethergreat.com/wp-content/uploads/Professional-Management-QSG.pdf) to view the step-by-step instructions to refer a friend to this position.

Job Summary

About the Role

Eurest is looking for a hospitality-obsessed Catering Manager to lead the charge at a busy national account corporate dining location, located in Charlotte, NC. This is a chance to lead a truly stellar, growing catering operation in a high-profile setting, while flexing your creative culinary operations muscles...one impactful event at a time.

You'll make sure every catered function is planned and executed flawlessly, from the first event order to the final invoice. You know the details matter, and you're committed to wowing our client and our diners, each and every day. Please note - must have flexilibility to work a flexible schedule within Mon thru Fri (to include some evenings during peak business days mid week, Tues thru Thurs).

What You'll Do

• Oversee daily operations for all on-site catered events

• Manage event order communications, scheduling, delivery, set-up, and clean-up

• Train, schedule, and develop service staff, and partner closely with the F&B team as an engaged, proactive communicator

• Bring tailored menus and culinary programs to life in collaboration with the culinary team

• Deliver exceptional guest service with a sharp eye for detail

• Manage financial results, including analysis and accurate invoicing for all events

• Oversee special events from concept through follow-through

What We're Looking For

• A.S. degree or equivalent experience

• At least two years of experience leading catering in corporate dining, hospitality, or events operations

• General hospitality knowledge and an interest in sustainability and sustainable food practices

• Comfort serving a diverse, high-volume customer base in a friendly, efficient way

• Ability to use a web-based ordering system to process requests, order changes, menu updates, and client profiles

• Proficiency with word processing and spreadsheet applications

• Polished, professional email writing skills for clients and customers

• Ability to work independently, solve problems, and get things done without direct instruction

• Ability to meet company uniform standards and use all required PPE per company guidelines

Why Join Us

As part of Compass Group, Eurest gives you the backing of a global foodservice leader along with a role where your work is visible every single day. You'll join a team that takes pride in hospitality and in growing great people, on a campus where a well-run event makes an impression.

Apply to Eurest today!

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

https://www.compass-usa.com/wp-content/uploads/2026/01/2026\_Wage-Transparency\_Eurest.pdf

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/

Eurest maintains a drug-free workplace.

Applications are accepted on an ongoing basis.