Catering & Event Manager
About The Position
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, is seeking a Catering & Event Manager. This role is responsible for the service and experience of the event, motivating, training, developing, and directing team members to deliver exceptional service and accomplish daily goals and catering events. The position oversees the execution of event and operational tasks, including culinary and hospitality excellence, employee and food safety, and adheres to event budget guidelines. The Catering & Event Manager will focus on hospitality and the event experience for the Food program to support operational excellence. This position reports into the General Manager and will leverage strong communication, hospitality, and event planning skills to partner with key stakeholders to promote Food Program expectations and enhance user (guest) experience.
Requirements
- Bachelor's degree is preferred, or equivalent professional experience
- Has a minimum of 3-5 years similar work experience
- Excellent communication skills both written and verbal
- Proactive mindset and able to remain calm under pressure to anticipate and support changes in our business
- Strong passion for great food and hospitality
- Manages time effectively and prioritizes tasks to meet deadlines
- Creates a culture of food and workplace safety
- Working knowledge of Microsoft Word, Excel and PowerPoint
- Ability to work independently as well as in a team
- Experience in a Union environment a plus
- Ability to work in a fast paced, changing environment
Responsibilities
- Designs, manages and owns the overall experience, not just the offerings
- Sets an expectation of hospitality that is friendly and engaging
- Has a Passion for quality food preparation and taste
- Ensure that all daily catering orders are processed, and fulfilled to our partner and sector expectations
- Develops specialty menus and events per clients needs, budget and unit guidelines
- Trains, develops and schedules catering associates and is actively involved in the development of existing associates in service techniques, menu presentation, merchandising, policies and procedures
- Conducts all employee reviews, coaching sessions, and disciplinary actions in a professional and timely manner
- Ensures all sector and Compass employee guidelines are implemented and adhered to
- Promotes a culture of Food and Workplace Safety
- Treats everyone with professionalism, care and respect.
- Responds to all feedback in a timely manner
- Communicates with our Partner honestly, accurately and in a timely manner.
- Meets all timelines for quarter and year-end reports given by our Partner and Sector Employer
Benefits
- Retirement Plan
- Associate Shopping Program
- Health and Wellness Programs
- Discount Marketplace
- Identity Theft Protection
- Pet Insurance
- Voluntary Benefits, including Critical Illness Insurance, Accident Insurance, Hospital Indemnity Insurance, Legal Services, and Choice Auto and Home Program
- Medical
- Dental
- Vision
- Life Insurance/AD
- Disability Insurance
- Commuter Benefits
- Employee Assistance Program
- Flexible Spending Accounts (FSAs)
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Mid Level
