CATERING DIRECTOR- Lamar University- Beaumont, TX

Compass Group•Beaumont, TX

4d•$80,000 - $85,000•Onsite

About The Position

At over 300 college & universities around the country, Chartwells Higher Education is re-inventing the on-campus dining experience. We are challenging the norm and setting new standards by investing in high-tech, food-infused social spaces that bring people together to promote meaningful relationships and interactions. We are food-forward difference makers, bound together by a desire to feed hungry minds and prepare students for success. We are seeking hungry, humble and smart associates who are looking to join and grow with a diverse organization. We invite you to start your career journey with us and look forward to hearing from you. We are currently seeking a Catering Director for our premiere catering department at LAMAR UNIVERSITY of TEXAS in Beaumont, TX. The Catering Director will develop and drive catering solutions to meet our customer needs, while working closely with the Executive Chef on menu development. The catering team provides F&B for athletic events, VIP dining occasions, and Presidential events. Our services encompass a diverse spectrum, spanning from coffee drop off, continental breakfast, hot lunch buffets, and center plate white glove events, hosted both on-campus and off-campus.

Requirements

Bachelor's Degree is required in Hospitality or Culinary Arts
Minimum of 5 years of experience in the hospitality industry including 2 years in management (preferably Catering Management) is required
Booking, selecting and costing menu items, pricing contracts, and resourcing temporary help and equipment experience is key
Knowledge of food and catering trends with a focus on quality, production, sanitation, food cost controls, and presentation.
Financial, budgetary, accounting, and computational skills.
Proficient computer skills and knowledge of MS Office products, including Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook, and the internet.
ServSafe® Certified.
The ability to supervise food preparation, service, and cleanup is also essential
High Volume and VIP Catering experience is required.

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, foods cost control and preparation, transportation, setup, operation, and cleanup of all events