Junior Catering Manager- Corporate Dining
Restaurant Associates, New York, NY, United States
Restaurant Associates
Salary: $68,000 - $73,000
Other Forms of Compensation: 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 The Junior Catering Manager supports the daily execution of corporate catering and executive dining services within a fast‑paced Business & Industry environment. This role assists the Senior Catering Manager with coordinating events, supervising service staff, ensuring operational excellence, and delivering a high level of hospitality for internal clients and guests.
The ideal candidate is detail‑oriented, service‑driven, and experienced in corporate catering or upscale hospitality operations.
Required work schedule: Monday–Friday, 9:00 AM–6:00 PM; evenings and occasional extended hours as required by business needs.
Essential Job Responsibilities Event Execution & Operations
Oversee day‑to‑day catering operations, including breakfast, lunch, receptions, and executive dining events
Ensure accurate setup, presentation, service, and breakdown of catering functions in accordance with banquet event orders (BEOs)
Act as the on‑site lead for events in the absence of the Senior Catering Manager
Maintain consistent service standards and professional presentation for all catering functions
Client & Guest Service
Serve as a primary point of contact for internal clients and executive assistants during events
Address guest needs and resolve service issues promptly and professionally
Ensure VIP and executive‑level service standards are consistently met
Team Leadership
Supervise catering service staff, including servers, bartenders, and event attendants
Assist with staff training on service standards, hospitality etiquette, and operational procedures
Support daily staff scheduling and labor coordination
Event Coordination
Review banquet event orders (BEOs) and communicate event details to culinary and service teams
Coordinate food service timing, room setups, and equipment needsEnsure event spaces are properly staged and reset for future functions
Administrative & Operational Support
Assist with inventory management of catering supplies, linens, service ware, and beverages
Support billing, event reconciliation, and operational reporting as needed
Maintain compliance with company safety, sanitation, and operational policies
Required Qualifications
2–4 years of experience in catering, banquet, restaurant, or hospitality operations
Strong leadership, organizational, and communication skills
Ability to manage multiple events simultaneously in a fast‑paced environment
Ability to supervise and support service staff effectively
Preferred Qualifications
Experience in corporate dining, hotel banquets, or high‑volume catering environments
Proficiency with hospitality or catering management systems
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
EEO Statement 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. This job post is not necessarily an exhaustive list of all essential responsibilities, skills, tasks, or requirements associated with this position. 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, 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.
Background Screening Certain positions may require Florida Level 2 background screening.
Applications Applications are accepted on an ongoing basis.
Company Policies 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, pay‑off benefits information is available in the company wage transparency report.
Restaurant Associates Leah Curry
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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 The Junior Catering Manager supports the daily execution of corporate catering and executive dining services within a fast‑paced Business & Industry environment. This role assists the Senior Catering Manager with coordinating events, supervising service staff, ensuring operational excellence, and delivering a high level of hospitality for internal clients and guests.
The ideal candidate is detail‑oriented, service‑driven, and experienced in corporate catering or upscale hospitality operations.
Required work schedule: Monday–Friday, 9:00 AM–6:00 PM; evenings and occasional extended hours as required by business needs.
Essential Job Responsibilities Event Execution & Operations
Oversee day‑to‑day catering operations, including breakfast, lunch, receptions, and executive dining events
Ensure accurate setup, presentation, service, and breakdown of catering functions in accordance with banquet event orders (BEOs)
Act as the on‑site lead for events in the absence of the Senior Catering Manager
Maintain consistent service standards and professional presentation for all catering functions
Client & Guest Service
Serve as a primary point of contact for internal clients and executive assistants during events
Address guest needs and resolve service issues promptly and professionally
Ensure VIP and executive‑level service standards are consistently met
Team Leadership
Supervise catering service staff, including servers, bartenders, and event attendants
Assist with staff training on service standards, hospitality etiquette, and operational procedures
Support daily staff scheduling and labor coordination
Event Coordination
Review banquet event orders (BEOs) and communicate event details to culinary and service teams
Coordinate food service timing, room setups, and equipment needsEnsure event spaces are properly staged and reset for future functions
Administrative & Operational Support
Assist with inventory management of catering supplies, linens, service ware, and beverages
Support billing, event reconciliation, and operational reporting as needed
Maintain compliance with company safety, sanitation, and operational policies
Required Qualifications
2–4 years of experience in catering, banquet, restaurant, or hospitality operations
Strong leadership, organizational, and communication skills
Ability to manage multiple events simultaneously in a fast‑paced environment
Ability to supervise and support service staff effectively
Preferred Qualifications
Experience in corporate dining, hotel banquets, or high‑volume catering environments
Proficiency with hospitality or catering management systems
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
EEO Statement 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. This job post is not necessarily an exhaustive list of all essential responsibilities, skills, tasks, or requirements associated with this position. 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, 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.
Background Screening Certain positions may require Florida Level 2 background screening.
Applications Applications are accepted on an ongoing basis.
Company Policies 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, pay‑off benefits information is available in the company wage transparency report.
Restaurant Associates Leah Curry
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