Catering Director

Job Summary

The Catering Director oversees the full spectrum of catering operations, from event planning to post-event cleanup, and is responsible for team leadership, client satisfaction, and operational excellence.

Key Responsibilities

• Operations & Logistics: Direct all internal and external catering and event execution, including sales, planning, delivery, setup, service, clean up and follow up with clients.
• Client Relations: Maintain strong relationships through full-service event planning, customized menus, and detailed coordination.
• Team Leadership: Hire, train, and schedule a team of managers and supervisors; focus on service techniques, menu presentation, and standards.
• Financial Management: Track and control labor and food costs; maintain accounts receivable and generate revenue reports in coordination with controller.
• Menu Development: Collaborate with the chef to create menus aligned with sustainability goals, creativity and current food trends with superior presentation.
• Sales & Growth: Develop marketing and sales plans to attract new business; manage open houses and seasonal tastings.

Qualifications

• Preferred Qualifications:
• - Bachelor’s degree is preferred or equivalent professional experience
• - Knowledge of Amadeus Delphi Platform
• - Previous Higher Education Catering experience a plus
• - Strong knowledge of current food, industry trends and fine dining points of service
• - A minimum of five to five years of experience in hospitality industry including three years’ experience in catering sales
• - Supervisory, scheduling, training and coaching skills
• - Ability to assess client requirements and deliver ensuring client satisfaction
• - Must be able to write menu proposals in consultation with chefs
• - The ability to supervise food preparation, service and clean-up is also essential
• - Superior quantitative, oral and written communications and problem-solving/strategizing skills
• - Excellent leadership and organizational skills, flexible and adaptable to constant changes and must possess
• - Attention to detail
• - Excellent overall computer skills with advanced knowledge of Excel and PowerPoint
• - Proactive mindset and able to remain calm under pressure to anticipate and support changes in our business.
• - Conformity to the highest standards of personal integrity and ethical behavior
• - Exceptional client relations and customer service abilities

Benefits

• Medical
• Dental
• Vision
• Life Insurance/AD
• Disability Insurance
• Retail Plan
• Paid Time Off
• Holiday Time Off (varies by site/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

About the Company

Compass Group is an equal opportunity employer. At Compass, we are committed to treating all Applicants and Associates fairly based on their abilities, achievements, and experience without regard to race, national origin, sex, age, disability, veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity, or any other classification protected by law.