Catering Director

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Salary: $90,000 - $100,000/ Year

Other Forms of Compensation: Comprehensive Benefits Package

Become part of Restaurant Associates, the industry’s leading provider of dining and event catering for some of the nation's most prestigious museums, performing arts centers and corporations! Voted Glassdoor's Employee Choice Awards- *Best Places to Work,*This is R/A !

Job Summary:

As the Catering Director, you’ll lead the catering and events program for a premier, high-profile corporate dining account in NYC, delivering an exceptional hospitality experience tailored to a sophisticated client environment.

In this highly visible leadership role, you will set the standard for exceptional hospitality, refined service, and impeccable execution across premier dining experiences, high-profile events, and exceptional catering programs. You will foster a culture of excellence, professionalism, and attention to detail while ensuring every guest interaction reflects the sophistication and standards of a world-class hospitality environment.

Key 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, food cost control and preparation, transportation, setup, operation, and cleanup of all events

Preferred Qualifications:

• Bachelor's Degree is required in Hospitality or Culinary Arts
• Minimum of 5 years of experience in the hospitality industry, including 2 years in Catering management is required
• Experience developing and managing SOPs, overseeing day-to-day operations, and handling financials
• 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

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