DIRECTOR OF CATERING (CORPORATE DINING) SPRING, TX

Compass Group

5d•$75,000 - $80,000•Onsite

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.Job Summary The Director of Catering serves as the primary point of contact for all catered and special events on campus, partnering closely with campus administrators and on‑site meeting planners to design and execute exceptional, high‑touch event experiences. This role is responsible for ensuring seamless planning, coordination, and delivery of events while maintaining strong client relationships and a high level of service. The position reports directly to the General Manager and plays a key role in supporting overall account success. Candidates with a foundation in catering sales are strongly preferred, as the role involves client engagement, relationship building, and identifying opportunities to enhance event offerings and drive catering growth. Experience within a corporate dining environment or a luxury hotel setting is also highly preferred.

Requirements

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
The ability to supervise food preparation, service, and cleanup is also essential

Nice To Haves

Bachelor's Degree is required in Hospitality or Culinary Arts

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
Ability to identify opportunities to enhance event offerings and drive catering growth