Catering Director - Connecticut College

Compass Group•New London, CT

1d•Onsite

About The Position

Filling every occasion with great food and service! We are currently seeking a Catering Director for our premiere catering department at Connecticut College in New London, CT. Our Catering Director will be responsible for developing and driving catering solutions to meet our customer needs, while working closely with the Executive Chef on menu development. Events encompass a diverse spectrum, spanning from coffee services to exclusive VIP dining occasions, hosted both on-campus and off-campus.

Requirements

Minimum of five years of experience in catering leadership including two years in management.
Proven experience in booking, selecting, and costing menu items, pricing contracts, and sourcing temporary help and equipment.
Strong ability to supervise food preparation, service, and cleanup, ensuring high-quality standards are consistently met.
Flexibility to work evenings, weekends, and holidays as needed.
Must be experienced with computers.
ServSafe® Certified.

Nice To Haves

Associate's degree preferred.

Responsibilities

Coordinate and oversee both internal and external catering events to ensure seamless execution and outstanding customer happiness.
Develop and maintain the catering marketing plan, offering clients a comprehensive event planning service and detailed menu development that aligns with their needs and preferences.
Lead the hiring, training, and scheduling of catering staff, actively contributing to the development of existing catering staff in service techniques, menu presentation, policies, and procedures.
Ensure the successful operations of catering functions, including meticulous control over labor and food costs, and be responsible for preparation, transportation, setup, operation, and cleanup of all events.
Collaborate with the Management and Chartwells Marketing teams to implement effective strategies sought at building catering revenue and growing market reach.
Foster strong client relationships to align our programs with their objectives, driving happiness and retention.
Perform other duties as assigned to support the efficient functioning of dining service operations.