Catering Services Director

KPMG•Ruston, LA

32d

About The Position

Step into a leadership role in Ruston, where quality of life shines through scenic parks, cultural events, and a buzzing downtown filled with local flavor. As the home of Louisiana Tech University, a nationally ranked research institution with a strong athletic heritage and more than 135 degree programs, Ruston thrives on energy and community pride. As the Catering Services Director, you'll oversee catering for a campus that values excellence and connection, serving students, faculty, and guests in spaces designed for innovation and celebration. Catering operations include opportunities to be creative with fine dining and game-day events, club-level and suite service, making your work central to some of the university's most memorable experiences. This role offers room to grow your career while leading high-profile events that showcase your expertise and vision. Join us and make an impact in a town that feels like home but offers endless possibilities.

Requirements

Requires at least 4 years of experience
Requires at least 1-3 years of experience in a management role
Previous experience in events and catering required
Bachelor's degree or equivalent experience required
Strong communication skills
Available to work event-based hours
Complete Food Handlers and Alcohol Service Certifications as required

Responsibilities

Coordinate total catering operations to include duties such as booking events, supervising teams, developing, selecting, and costing menus, pricing, hiring, and departmental administration
Be responsible for all aspects of preparation, service, and cleanup for multiple catering operations
Develop and implement catering solutions to meet customers' needs
Develop and maintain effective client and customer rapport
Develop and implement annual comprehensive marketing plan for catering, including but not limited to collateral, sales strategies, and marketing budgets
Establish and implement service and presentation standards for all catering operations, implement processes to ensure compliance and consistency
Implement new services to support base business growth and client retentions
Stay ahead of and advise clients, customers and staff on current catering trends and products
Facilitate the delivery of prepared food built from banquet event orders
Participate in sales process and negotiations of contracts and assist clients in planning special events
Train and lead catering employees to ensure catering standards are followed
Responsible for setting and delivering sales, food, and labor targets
Responsible for execution of catering events of varied size and scope including staffing and management
Responsible for components accounting functions including accurate reporting of all catering related revenue, expenses, and receivables
Ensure compliance with all food, occupational and environmental safety policies