Senior Catering Manager- Morgan Stanley (Purchase, NY)
Restaurant Associates, Purchase, NY, United States
Salary: $80K/Yr. - $95K/ Yr.
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
Restaurant Associates, the premier hospitality partner to
Morgan Stanley , is seeking a
Senior Catering Manager
to lead high-touch catering operations at its Westchester, NY location. This role supports elevated corporate dining, executive meetings, and client events in a fast-paced, luxury environment.
What You’ll Do
Lead day-to-day catering operations with a focus on service excellence and brand standards
Plan and execute meetings and events from start to finish, ensuring flawless delivery
Partner with the General Manager on catering menus, proposals, and client presentations
Manage and develop hourly and salaried catering associates (hiring, training, scheduling, coaching)
Serve as the primary point of contact for clients, maintaining strong relationships and satisfaction
Coordinate room setups, A/V needs, timelines, and special requests with planning teams
Ensure timely communication of upcoming events to operations and management teams
Oversee administrative processes and accurate system entry
Drive menu development and catering marketing initiatives with culinary leadership
Manage budgets, forecasts, and performance metrics
Supervise food preparation, service execution, and event breakdown
Maintain client databases and vendor relationships
Ensure compliance with all food safety, sanitation, and HACCP standards
What We’re Looking For
5+ years of hospitality experience, including supervisory experience
Experience in high-volume, luxury, or premium food & beverage environments
Strong knowledge of food trends, fine dining service, and event execution
Proven ability to write catering menu proposals in partnership with chefs
Excellent client relations, communication, and problem-solving skills
Proficiency with various computer programs, including Excel and PowerPoint
Knowledge of A/V equipment for event setup and breakdown
Strong leadership, organization, and attention to detail
Ability to adapt quickly and remain calm under pressure
ServSafe certification recommended
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:
1523380
Restaurant Associates
NANCY M TEIXEIRA
[[req_classification]]
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
Restaurant Associates, the premier hospitality partner to
Morgan Stanley , is seeking a
Senior Catering Manager
to lead high-touch catering operations at its Westchester, NY location. This role supports elevated corporate dining, executive meetings, and client events in a fast-paced, luxury environment.
What You’ll Do
Lead day-to-day catering operations with a focus on service excellence and brand standards
Plan and execute meetings and events from start to finish, ensuring flawless delivery
Partner with the General Manager on catering menus, proposals, and client presentations
Manage and develop hourly and salaried catering associates (hiring, training, scheduling, coaching)
Serve as the primary point of contact for clients, maintaining strong relationships and satisfaction
Coordinate room setups, A/V needs, timelines, and special requests with planning teams
Ensure timely communication of upcoming events to operations and management teams
Oversee administrative processes and accurate system entry
Drive menu development and catering marketing initiatives with culinary leadership
Manage budgets, forecasts, and performance metrics
Supervise food preparation, service execution, and event breakdown
Maintain client databases and vendor relationships
Ensure compliance with all food safety, sanitation, and HACCP standards
What We’re Looking For
5+ years of hospitality experience, including supervisory experience
Experience in high-volume, luxury, or premium food & beverage environments
Strong knowledge of food trends, fine dining service, and event execution
Proven ability to write catering menu proposals in partnership with chefs
Excellent client relations, communication, and problem-solving skills
Proficiency with various computer programs, including Excel and PowerPoint
Knowledge of A/V equipment for event setup and breakdown
Strong leadership, organization, and attention to detail
Ability to adapt quickly and remain calm under pressure
ServSafe certification recommended
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:
1523380
Restaurant Associates
NANCY M TEIXEIRA
[[req_classification]]