SENIOR CATERING DIRECTOR - Binghamton University - Binghamton, NY
About The Position
Chartwells Higher Education is seeking a Senior Catering Director to lead the catering operation at Binghamton University. The role oversees catering for on-campus and off-campus events, including university events, executive functions, student celebrations, and community gatherings. The director partners with campus stakeholders, culinary teams, and operational leaders to provide exceptional food, service, and hospitality while driving innovation and profitability. The position includes responsibility for event planning and execution, client relationships, staff development, menu collaboration, financial management, sales growth, and compliance with company, food safety, and university standards. The role offers the opportunity to lead catering at a prominent university, create memorable event experiences, work with culinary and hospitality professionals, and contribute to the campus community.
Requirements
- Catering experience is required.
- Catering leadership experience in hospitality, higher education, hotels, conference centers, or large-scale foodservice operations.
- Ability to manage multiple events and priorities in a fast-paced environment.
- Experience managing budgets, labor, and food costs.
- Strong client relationship management and customer service skills.
- Excellent communication, organizational, and leadership abilities.
Nice To Haves
- Associate degree preferred.
- Three to five years of foodservice management experience preferred.
Responsibilities
- Lead and manage catering operations for on-campus and off-campus events.
- Build and maintain relationships with university clients, administrators, faculty, and community partners.
- Collaborate with culinary leadership to develop creative, trend-forward menus.
- Recruit, train, mentor, and develop catering staff.
- Plan, communicate, and coordinate events to ensure effective execution.
- Monitor and manage labor, food costs, and event profitability while maintaining quality standards.
- Drive sales growth by identifying catering opportunities and improving the client experience.
- Maintain compliance with company standards, food safety regulations, and university policies.
Benefits
- Medical insurance
- Dental insurance
- Vision insurance
- Life insurance
- Disability insurance
- Retirement plan
- Paid time off
- Holiday time off, varying by site and state
- Associate Shopping Program
- Health and Wellness Programs
- Discount Marketplace
- Identity Theft Protection
- Pet Insurance
- Commuter Benefits
- Employee Assistance Program
- Flexible Spending Accounts (FSAs)
- Paid Parental Leave
- Personal Leave
- Potential eligibility for paid and/or unpaid time off in accordance with applicable laws
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Senior
Education Level
No Education Listed
