Catering Director

About the role

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 ! The Catering Director is responsible for delivering flawless, executive‑level catering and meeting services for a corporate dining account in NYC. This highly visible role requires exceptional judgment, attention to detail, and a refined hospitality IQ. The ideal candidate instinctively knows what “good looks like” and executes at that level—consistently and without direction.

Responsibilities

• Lead catering operations for executive meetings and events
• Lead management team in execution of company and client standards
• Track labor and purchasing costs, adhering to preset budget factors
• Deliver polished service with discretion and professionalism
• Anticipate client needs and ensure seamless execution
• Train and lead staff to the highest hospitality and presentation standards
• Partner closely with executive stakeholders and administrative teams
• Oversee service wares, rentals, and vendor relationships

Qualifications

• 5+ years of experience in executive dining, luxury hospitality, or high‑end catering
• Strong service instincts and elevated hospitality standards
• Calm, confident leadership style in high‑visibility environments
• Professional presence and exceptional attention to detail
• Strong communicator, detailed organizer, and ability to solve problems under pressure

Schedule

Work schedule is Monday–Friday, morning/afternoon and early evening hours; flexibility as needed for executive events.

Pay

Salary: $85,000‑$100,000 per year.

Benefits

• Medical
• Dental
• Vision
• Life Insurance/ ADDisability Insurance
• Retirement 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