Director of Catering
Restaurant Associates, Washington, District of Columbia, United States
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Position Title Director of Catering
Salary $105,000 - $115,000
Job Summary Working as the director of catering you are responsible for maintaining and establishing all costs and quality standards to ensure superior service and to maximize profits. You will work independently with a direct line to the client, maintaining excellent relationships with employees, guests and the client. You will promote the professional growth and development of the entire team and foster strong interdepartmental relations, integrating the catering service department with the facility plan of operations.
Key Responsibilities
Partner closely with Operations Managers and Catering Managers across the account to ensure all catering events are executed consistently and in line with company and client standards.
Ensure high levels of customer service for each event.
Interview, hire, train, and assist with scheduling all butlers and captains within the local staffing pool.
Conduct orientation for all Catering Managers regarding company standards of service.
Handle and resolve all employee relations issues in partnership with the team.
Execute coaching, counseling and follow‑up training for all employees according to company policies and procedures.
Perform related duties and special projects as assigned.
Support Catering Managers with staffing budgets and maintain financial accountabilities related to service.
Preferred Qualifications
Bachelor’s degree preferred or equivalent professional experience.
Strong knowledge of food, industry trends and fine dining points of service.
4–6 years of experience managing catering events.
Ability to supervise food service and cleanup.
TIPS certification required.
ServSafe certification recommended.
Superior quantitative, oral and written communication and problem‑solving/strategizing skills.
Excellent overall computer skills with advanced knowledge of Excel and PowerPoint.
Proactive mindset to anticipate and support changes in our business.
Conformity to the highest standards of personal integrity and ethical behavior.
Exceptional customer service abilities.
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
Additional Information 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. 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.
Contact Michael Abbey
Application Note 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: 1518979
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Position Title Director of Catering
Salary $105,000 - $115,000
Job Summary Working as the director of catering you are responsible for maintaining and establishing all costs and quality standards to ensure superior service and to maximize profits. You will work independently with a direct line to the client, maintaining excellent relationships with employees, guests and the client. You will promote the professional growth and development of the entire team and foster strong interdepartmental relations, integrating the catering service department with the facility plan of operations.
Key Responsibilities
Partner closely with Operations Managers and Catering Managers across the account to ensure all catering events are executed consistently and in line with company and client standards.
Ensure high levels of customer service for each event.
Interview, hire, train, and assist with scheduling all butlers and captains within the local staffing pool.
Conduct orientation for all Catering Managers regarding company standards of service.
Handle and resolve all employee relations issues in partnership with the team.
Execute coaching, counseling and follow‑up training for all employees according to company policies and procedures.
Perform related duties and special projects as assigned.
Support Catering Managers with staffing budgets and maintain financial accountabilities related to service.
Preferred Qualifications
Bachelor’s degree preferred or equivalent professional experience.
Strong knowledge of food, industry trends and fine dining points of service.
4–6 years of experience managing catering events.
Ability to supervise food service and cleanup.
TIPS certification required.
ServSafe certification recommended.
Superior quantitative, oral and written communication and problem‑solving/strategizing skills.
Excellent overall computer skills with advanced knowledge of Excel and PowerPoint.
Proactive mindset to anticipate and support changes in our business.
Conformity to the highest standards of personal integrity and ethical behavior.
Exceptional customer service abilities.
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
Additional Information 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. 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.
Contact Michael Abbey
Application Note 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: 1518979
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