Salary: $110,000 - $115,000
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Benefits
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 Join the premier hospitality team at
Restaurant Associates , serving the flagship
JPMC Chicago
location—featuring elevated corporate cafés, energetic food halls, curated retail dining, and best‑in‑class catering operations. This is an opportunity to grow your career within a dynamic, high‑performance environment that delivers exceptional service and innovative culinary experiences to JPMC employees, executives, and clients.
As the
Catering Director , you will oversee the full operation of the catering department, ensuring service excellence, flawless execution, and alignment with R/A and JPMC brand standards. This is a hands‑on operations role focused on leading a team of hourly and salaried associates, delivering top‑tier daily experiences, and setting the tone for hospitality throughout the Chicago campus.
Key Responsibilities Develop and implement catering service standards
and operating procedures for the Chicago campus. Anticipate and respond to client and guest needs
with proactive, solution‑oriented communication. Ensure
customer concerns are addressed, resolved, and followed up
appropriately. Manage daily catered functions , ensuring precision, timeliness, and flawless execution. Oversee
inventory management
including equipment, product, linens, and décor. Plan menus, floor layouts, décor, and entertainment
(when appropriate) for catered events. Ensure operations align with budget
guidelines and financial expectations. Lead and develop the catering team—responsible for
hiring, training, coaching, counseling, and progressive discipline . Collaborate closely with the
Director of Catering Services and the Executive Chef
on event planning and execution. Maintain accurate
tracking, billing, and administrative systems
for all catered events. Prepare and distribute detailed
function sheets
to all relevant departments on a scheduled cadence. Ensure proper
sanitation, safety, and organization
of equipment and workspaces. Perform
additional duties as assigned
to support department and account needs.
Qualifications Strong knowledge of
food, industry trends, and catering best practices . Minimum
3 years of experience
managing catering operations in a
high‑volume, luxury, or premium F&B environment . ServSafe certification
recommended. Exceptional
communication, problem‑solving, and event‑strategizing
skills. Strong computer proficiency, including
Excel and PowerPoint . Demonstrated
integrity, professionalism, and ethical decision‑making
aligned with both R/A and JPMC standards. Associates at Restaurant Associates are offered many fantastic benefits. Medical Dental Vision Life Insurance/ AD Disability 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
Apply to Restaurant Associates today! Restaurant Associates is a member of Compass Group USA Click here to Learn More about the Compass Story
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. Qualified candidates must be able to perform the essential functions of this position satisfactorily with or without a reasonable accommodation. Disclaimer: this job post is not necessarily an exhaustive list of all essential responsibilities, skills, tasks, or requirements associated with this position. While this is intended to be an accurate reflection of the position posted, the Company reserves the right to modify or change the essential functions of the job based on business necessity. We will consider for employment all qualified applicants, including those with a criminal history (including relevant driving history), in a manner consistent with all applicable federal, state, and local laws, including the City of Los Angeles’ Fair Chance Initiative for Hiring Ordinance, the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance, and the New York Fair Chance Act. Certain positions may require Florida Level 2 background screening. Details:
https://info.flclearinghouse.com/ Applications are accepted on an ongoing basis. Restaurant Associates maintains a drug-free workplace.
Associates may also be eligible for paid and/or unpaid time off benefits in accordance with applicable federal, state, and local laws.
For positions in Washington State, Maryland, or to be performed Remotely,
click here
or copy/paste the link below for paid time off benefits information. https://www.compass-usa.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/08/2023_WageTransparency_RA.pdf
Req ID:
1512153 Restaurant Associates Leah Curry [[req_classification]]
Benefits
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 Join the premier hospitality team at
Restaurant Associates , serving the flagship
JPMC Chicago
location—featuring elevated corporate cafés, energetic food halls, curated retail dining, and best‑in‑class catering operations. This is an opportunity to grow your career within a dynamic, high‑performance environment that delivers exceptional service and innovative culinary experiences to JPMC employees, executives, and clients.
As the
Catering Director , you will oversee the full operation of the catering department, ensuring service excellence, flawless execution, and alignment with R/A and JPMC brand standards. This is a hands‑on operations role focused on leading a team of hourly and salaried associates, delivering top‑tier daily experiences, and setting the tone for hospitality throughout the Chicago campus.
Key Responsibilities Develop and implement catering service standards
and operating procedures for the Chicago campus. Anticipate and respond to client and guest needs
with proactive, solution‑oriented communication. Ensure
customer concerns are addressed, resolved, and followed up
appropriately. Manage daily catered functions , ensuring precision, timeliness, and flawless execution. Oversee
inventory management
including equipment, product, linens, and décor. Plan menus, floor layouts, décor, and entertainment
(when appropriate) for catered events. Ensure operations align with budget
guidelines and financial expectations. Lead and develop the catering team—responsible for
hiring, training, coaching, counseling, and progressive discipline . Collaborate closely with the
Director of Catering Services and the Executive Chef
on event planning and execution. Maintain accurate
tracking, billing, and administrative systems
for all catered events. Prepare and distribute detailed
function sheets
to all relevant departments on a scheduled cadence. Ensure proper
sanitation, safety, and organization
of equipment and workspaces. Perform
additional duties as assigned
to support department and account needs.
Qualifications Strong knowledge of
food, industry trends, and catering best practices . Minimum
3 years of experience
managing catering operations in a
high‑volume, luxury, or premium F&B environment . ServSafe certification
recommended. Exceptional
communication, problem‑solving, and event‑strategizing
skills. Strong computer proficiency, including
Excel and PowerPoint . Demonstrated
integrity, professionalism, and ethical decision‑making
aligned with both R/A and JPMC standards. Associates at Restaurant Associates are offered many fantastic benefits. Medical Dental Vision Life Insurance/ AD Disability 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
Apply to Restaurant Associates today! Restaurant Associates is a member of Compass Group USA Click here to Learn More about the Compass Story
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. Qualified candidates must be able to perform the essential functions of this position satisfactorily with or without a reasonable accommodation. Disclaimer: this job post is not necessarily an exhaustive list of all essential responsibilities, skills, tasks, or requirements associated with this position. While this is intended to be an accurate reflection of the position posted, the Company reserves the right to modify or change the essential functions of the job based on business necessity. We will consider for employment all qualified applicants, including those with a criminal history (including relevant driving history), in a manner consistent with all applicable federal, state, and local laws, including the City of Los Angeles’ Fair Chance Initiative for Hiring Ordinance, the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance, and the New York Fair Chance Act. Certain positions may require Florida Level 2 background screening. Details:
https://info.flclearinghouse.com/ Applications are accepted on an ongoing basis. Restaurant Associates maintains a drug-free workplace.
Associates may also be eligible for paid and/or unpaid time off benefits in accordance with applicable federal, state, and local laws.
For positions in Washington State, Maryland, or to be performed Remotely,
click here
or copy/paste the link below for paid time off benefits information. https://www.compass-usa.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/08/2023_WageTransparency_RA.pdf
Req ID:
1512153 Restaurant Associates Leah Curry [[req_classification]]