Catering Director

Compass Group•Redwood City, CA

59d•$105,000 - $115,000

About The Position

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. Step into a premier leadership role where culinary excellence meets high-touch hospitality. We are seeking an experienced Catering Director to lead an elite catering and events program for a distinguished corporate client in Redwood City. This is a unique opportunity to curate exceptional experiences for executive leaders and guests in a fast-paced, high-visibility environment. As Catering Director, you will be the driving force behind all catering and special events—overseeing flawless execution, building trusted client relationships, and inspiring a high-performing team dedicated to elevated service standards.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in Hospitality Management, Culinary Arts, or a related field preferred
Minimum 5 years of hospitality experience, including 2+ years in a management role
Catering leadership experience in Business & Industry (B&I), corporate dining, luxury catering, or fine dining strongly preferred
Proven expertise in menu planning, event booking, pricing and costing, contract management, and sourcing temporary labor and rental equipment
Strong operational acumen with the ability to supervise food preparation, service, and event cleanup with precision
A polished, professional presence with exceptional communication and organizational skills
A passion for creating memorable experiences through food, service, and attention to detail

Responsibilities

Lead and oversee all internal and external catering and event operations, ensuring every detail reflects excellence
Serve as the primary point of contact for clients, building strong relationships and delivering a seamless, white-glove experience for executives and stakeholders
Develop and execute a comprehensive catering marketing and events strategy, including creative menu development and customized event planning
Recruit, hire, train, schedule, and mentor catering staff, with a strong focus on service excellence, presentation, and professional growth
Actively coach and develop the team on in-service techniques, luxury presentation standards, policies, and procedures
Ensure operational success of all catering functions, including food quality, labor management, food and beverage cost control, logistics, transportation, setup, execution, and breakdown
Maintain impeccable standards for high-touch, high-profile events, from intimate executive meetings to large-scale corporate functions