Manager of Catering Operations

SSA Group•Colorado Springs, CO

1d•Onsite

About The Position

The Manager, Catering Operations is responsible for supporting the Event/Catering Sales and Culinary teams by leading the catering logistics planning, coordination, execution, and quality control of events. This role involves advanced knowledge of client relationships, event logistics, and delivering customer satisfaction. This position is ultimately responsible for the delivery of seamless and memorable events.

Requirements

Strong interpersonal and communication skills across all levels of an organization.
Advanced leadership skills with an understanding of the importance of team building/development, while fostering partnerships.
Exceptional problem solving/decision making skills combined with the ability to be organized.
Demonstrates financial management, analytical, and planning skills.
Demonstrates the ability to remain flexible in a fast-paced environment.
Computer knowledge and skill level for basic office functions.
Physical ability to stand for extended periods and to move and handle boxes (35lbs) as necessary to operation, which entails lifting, and perform all functions as set forth above.
(Outdoor Venues Only): Must be comfortable working in an outdoor environment, including exposure to the elements.
Ability to work varied hours/days, including nights, weekends and holidays, as needed.
Minimum 4 years catering operations and/or event planning management in off-site catering, hotel or cultural attraction catering venue preferred.
A minimum of 4 years of experience is required for this position; however, candidates with 6 or more years of experience will be given stronger consideration.
All education backgrounds eligible, must be 18 or older.

Nice To Haves

Working knowledge of Tripleseat is a plus.

Responsibilities

Event Planning & Execution
Client Relationship Management
Vendor and Resource Management
Operational Excellence
Financial Management
Reporting and Analysis
Social Responsibility
Perform other tasks as deemed necessary.

Benefits

$75 monthly cell phone stipend
Flex Time Off: no accruals; employees are encouraged to schedule time off as needed within business scope.
Medical, Dental, Vision, Life Insurance and other voluntary benefits for you and your family; employee premiums applicable.
Participation in a 401(k) program with a 15% company match (must be 21 years or older, eligible after one year of employment with 1,000 hours worked, available to enroll during Open Enrollment Periods).
Short-Term Disability and Long-Term Disability, employer sponsored; scaled-salary pay following submission and approval of leave
Parental Leave :Birthing Parent Plan covers up to (6-8) weeks fully paid leave, based on the birthing event.
SSA Paid Benefit: Up to 120 hours of Paid Leave for qualifying reasons, including Parental Bonding and your family’s serious medical conditions.
Up to 5 days Paid Bereavement Leave
On-Demand Pay Program: Get access to a portion of earned wages before payday.
Meal Plan & Employee Discounts where applicable
Paid sick leave is provided in accordance with applicable state and local laws. Accrual rates, caps, and usage rules vary by location.
Locations include: Arizona, California, Chicago, Pittsburgh, Connecticut, Illinois, Massachusetts, Michigan, Minnesota, Missouri, New Mexico, New York, Rhode Island, Washington, D.C..
Colorado: Employees accrue 1 hour of paid sick leave for every 30 hours worked, up to 48 hours per year, under the Healthy Families and Workplaces Act (HFWA).
Maryland: Employees accrue at least 1 hour of paid sick and safe leave for every 30 hours worked, up to 40 hours per year, as required under the Maryland Healthy Working Families Act.
Washington: Employees accrue 1 hour of paid sick leave for every 40 hours worked, in accordance with the Seattle Paid Sick and Safe Time.