Senior Catering Manager - Spelman College

Compass Group•Atlanta, GA

1d•$70,000 - $80,000

About The Position

Our Passion is Food!At Bon Appetit Management Company we are committed to two things, great food and outstanding service! At Bon Appetit you won't find our managers referring to a corporate recipe book or our chefs microwaving the lunch special. We do not have standardized recipes or central commissaries, instead, our chefs and managers are expected to stay abreast of current culinary trends and bring cutting edge food into their cafes. We are a restaurant company that operates in contract food service. That means you will have the freedom to be creative, take risks, and truly shine. We are committed to our staff growing, trying new things, and learning all that they can. Our rapid growth and breadth of accounts translates into exciting opportunities for our people!Job SummaryThe Senior Catering Manager (sales and operations) is responsible for the successful execution of all catering events. This position supervises sales and event order communications, scheduling and training of service staff, planning, delivery, setup, cleanup, and proper invoicing for all daily events.

Nice To Haves

Bachelor’s degree in Hospitality, Culinary Arts, or a related field required
Minimum of 5 years of hospitality experience, including at least 2 years in a management role, preferably in catering
Experience booking events, developing menus, pricing contracts, and sourcing temporary staff and equipment
Strong leadership skills with the ability to supervise food preparation, service, and event cleanup
Proven ability to manage multiple events while maintaining high standards of quality and service

Responsibilities

Supervise all catering events
Oversee catering operations including logistics, quality improvement, sanitation, and facility-related activities
Collaborate with the Chef in creating menus
Train catering associates in service techniques, menu presentation, and customer service
Track and monitor labor and food costs for each event
Communicate effectively with management, clients, customers, and associates while maintaining strong client relationships
Support all foodservice-related activities
Perform other duties as assigned